Atopic Dermatitis: A Review of Diagnosis and Treatment - PMC
The foundation of AD therapy is repairing the skin barrier to reduce triggers and prevent flares. ATOPIC DERMATITIS THERAPY
Management of atopic dermatitis (AD) has evolved from simple symptom relief to a multi-tiered approach focused on barrier repair, inflammation control, and targeted systemic therapies. Atopic Dermatitis: A Review of Diagnosis and Treatment
Narrowband UVB (311 nm) or UVA1 phototherapy serves as an adjuvant for moderate-to-severe disease that is refractory to topicals. It has antimicrobial effects and modulates the skin's immune response. It has antimicrobial effects and modulates the skin's
: Ointments and creams are generally superior to lotions for barrier repair. Newer formulations may include ceramides or filaggrin breakdown products.
Prescription topicals are used for acute flare control and proactive maintenance.
: A topical JAK inhibitor recently approved for short-term control. 3. Phototherapy