When to See a Dermatologist for Eczema
Eczema 101: When Your Skin Needs Backup
Hi, I’m Janine Shore, CEO of Shore Dermatology (aka your go-to skin person in Rockville & North Bethesda). If your skin is itchy, red, inflamed, or just straight-up misbehaving, you’re not imagining things. Eczema isn’t just “dry skin”—it’s a full-on inflammatory condition that needs a game plan.The good news? You don’t have to live in a cycle of flare-ups and frustration. There are real treatments that actually work.
When to See a Dermatologist for Eczema
Your skin is calling the shots. If itching, cracking, or irritation is keeping you up at night, messing with your day, or just making life harder, it’s time for a reset.
Drugstore creams aren’t doing it. You’ve tried every lotion, balm, and OTC steroid, but your skin isn’t getting the memo. Prescription-strength treatment can help.
Your skin is getting infected. If you see crusting, oozing, or pain, bacteria might be making things worse. Infections need quick medical attention.
You’re just over it. Eczema isn’t just a skin thing—it affects how you feel in your own body. A treatment plan that actually works? That’s what we do.
How Ezcema Gets Treated
Medical-Grade Topicals & Barrier Repair – Prescription creams that actually work, reducing inflammation and fixing your skin barrier so flare-ups chill out. Phototherapy (Light Therapy) – A non-invasive, highly effective treatment that helps regulate your immune response without piling on more creams. Biologic Medications (Dupixent & More) – If nothing else has worked, this is a game-changer, targeting eczema at the source instead of just managing symptoms. Custom Skin & Lifestyle Plans – Because eczema triggers are different for everyone, we figure out exactly what your skin needs for long-term results.
Eczema & Your Skin Barrier: The Real Deal
Eczema happens when your skin barrier is weak, letting irritants in and hydration out. That’s why moisturizer isn’t optional—especially if you have eczema.
Stick to fragrance-free, ceramide-rich creams.
Skip the long, hot showers (we know, but your skin will thank you).
Hydrate. Hydrate. Hydrate. Rockville & North Bethesda – If your eczema isn’t improving, keeps coming back, or feels impossible to control, let’s talk. No pressure, no fluff—just real solutions.(Oh, and we take most insurance)
Nothing but itchy skin to lose.
Shore Dermatology. Your local Go-To for Skin That Behaves
Because great skin shouldn’t be a mystery. Let’s figure it out together. Book a personalized skincare consultation today!
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