Know how: Guide to eczema/dermatitis

Article Abstract:

The term eczema covers a group of skin complaints where the skin becomes inflamed, and can be used synonymously with the term dermatitis. Eczema can be either chronic or acute, or a combination of the two. The complaints covered by the term eczema include atopic eczema, seborrhoeic eczema, contract allergic dermatitis and contact irritant dermatitis. The treatment of eczema depends on whether it is chronic or acute, and can include antibiotics, antiseptics, water-based cream formulations and oil-based ointment formulations.

Care and treatment, Dermatitis, Eczema

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Using mucociliary clearance methods that do not require an artificial airway

Article Abstract:

This article examines nasotracheal, nasopharyngeal and oropharyngeal suction methods for patients with airways blocked with secretions. Topics include preventing damage to the airway, alternative suction approaches, and drugs to help remove sputum.

United Kingdom, Health aspects, Methods, Physiological aspects, Sputum, Airway (Medicine), Airway, Suction (Medical care), Suction

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