He was using triamcinolone cream as needed and crisaborole ointment, which a previous dermatology provider recommended. He used regular bar soap for cleansing and did not use a moisturizer regularly. He presented at the clinic with pruritic plaques on his face and body that interfered with sleep. We prescribed mometasone 0.1% ointment to be used twice daily on the plaques that, when the skin condition is improved, should be tapered twice or three times per week. The patient and his parents received education about his condition and the benefits of a consistent CER-containing skincare routine. We provided a CER-containing hydrating cleanser to the face and body daily and a CER-containing healing ointment to use once or twice daily. After using the regime for eight weeks, he reported a significant reduction in pruritus, and his skin was clear of visible disease.
The main lessons learned: The lack of a consistent skincare routine for xerotic and atopic skin may trigger flares. CER-containing hydrating cleanser and healing ointment were applied once or twice daily
The main lessons learned: The lack of a consistent skincare routine for xerotic and atopic skin may trigger flares. CER-containing hydrating cleanser and healing ointment were applied once or twice daily
