CPD module: Eczema and dermatitis

After completing this module, you should be more aware of:

 

• The interchangeability of the terms ‘eczema’ and ‘dermatitis.'
• The various types of eczema.
• Various biochemical pathways and physiology causing the symptoms of eczema.
• Changes in the commensal flora of the skin associated with eczema.
• Approaches to diagnosis.
• Key features of seborrhoeic, discoid, pompholyx, asteatotic and varicose eczema.
• Treatment recommendations for eczema.
• Managing complications of eczema, especially infection.
• NHS England prescribing recommendations for emollients.