Is eczema bacterial?

Question

My nephew has these itchy rashes that keep getting worse, and sometimes they look a bit crusty. We're trying to figure out what's causing it. Is eczema a bacterial infection, or is it something else?

Sanjay Deshmukh · Accepted Answer

Actually eczema is not a bacterial infection, it is mostly an inflammatory skin condition. I have high BP and keep my health in check with regular doctor visits, and my skin doctor also told me the same. It is always better to get a proper checkup to understand what is triggering your skin issues.

Manju Sharma · Answer

Beta, eczema is not caused by bacteria, it is just dry and sensitive skin that gets easily irritated. You can apply a little organic coconut oil or virgin olive oil gently after taking a bath to keep the moisture in. But please don't use any heavy home scrubs on raw skin and show it to a proper skin specialist.

Anjali Gokhale · Answer

Haan na, even I used to think it spreads like some bacterial germ, but actually it is not. Eczema is completely different and not contagious at all. Best is to keep the skin moist and consult a good doc instead of stressing.

Rohan Malhotra · Answer

No, it is definitely not bacterial. Eczema is a chronic inflammatory skin issue, though raw and cracked eczema skin can sometimes get infected by bacteria later. Get a proper diagnosis from a skin clinic and start the right topical creams.

Vikram Sen · Answer

Please don't trust whatever you read on random blogs or search results about this. Eczema is primarily an immune response, but only a dermatologist can tell you if yours has got a secondary bacterial infection on top of it. Just book an appointment and verify it with a real doctor rather than trying online hacks.

Is eczema bacterial?

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Consult a dermatologist

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