The Eczema Paradox: When Treatment Makes It Worse A recent study published in the BMJ has challenged existing treatment guidelines by revealing that antihistamines may exacerbate eczema symptoms.
The finding raises questions about the efficacy of current eczema management strategies, which have largely been based on empirical evidence rather than robust scientific research.
Eczema affects an estimated 1 in 5 children and 1 in 10 adults in the UK, a chronic skin condition characterized by itchiness and inflammation.