Treatment:

You should avoid triggers, such as wool, lanolin, and certain foods, that can make symptoms worse. Experts do not recommend taking frequent baths - excess bathing and soaps can cause dry skin, which often makes the condition worse.

Your doctor may recommend soothing skin lotions, soaps, or moist bandages to soothe scaly, dry, or healing areas.

Persons with severe symptoms may be given skin ointments or creams that contain tar, corticosteroids, skin softeners, or moisturizers. In rare, severe cases, the doctor may prescribe more powerful corticosteroids to be taken by mouth or injection.

Expectations (prognosis):

Nummular eczema is a long-term (chronic) condition. Medical treatment and avoiding irritants can help reduce symptoms.

Complications:

A secondary infection of the skin may develop.

Calling your health care provider:

Call your health care provider for an appointment with if you have symptoms of this condition.

You should also call for an appointment with your health care provider if:

• Symptoms continue despite treatment
• You have signs infection (such as fever, redness, or pain)