Atopic Dermatitis Hub
Atopic eczema, also known as atopic dermatitis, is a chronic inflammatory skin disorder which most frequently presents in childhood. It can have physical complications including infection with bacteria and viruses – infection can sometimes be life-threatening, particularly in the case of eczema herpeticum. Those with eczema are also more likely to experience psychological issues than the general population. Children with eczema have higher rates of bullying, impaired school performance, missed school and behavioural problems than their peers and sleep disturbance is a significant issue for both adults and children with eczema. Eczema is linked to other atopic conditions and education on these can be found on the allergy hub.
The atopic dermatitis hub has a two-module eLearning course which uses a case-based approach to educate about the primary care approach to eczema, including history, examination, rational use of investigations where appropriate, initial management with emollients and topical steroids and when to refer. There is a lot to cover in the first eczema consultation and so a whole podcast is devoted to this, with another podcast on the holistic approach to eczema.
Course: Atopic Dermatitis Hub | RCGP Learning
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An educational grant was received by Sanofi for the production of this Learning Hub. Editorial and content decisions were made solely by the RCGP.
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