Patient/caregiver was educated on measures to manage and prevent atopic dermatitis as follows:
- Cold environmental temperature can dry the skin out, which can initiate an atopic dermatitis response. Having an indoor humidifier can help adding moisture to the environment around, prevent drying of skin, and prevent activation of atopic dermatitis.
- Extremely hot environments can also dry the skin out, initiating an atopic dermatitis response. Maintain an ideal internal temperature always, to prevent fluctuation between extremes. Sudden changes in environmental temperatures during quick moves from cold to warm and vice versa can also result in activation/worsening of atopic dermatitis. Avoid any environments with sudden changes and extremes of temperature.
- Sweating in warm climates and during exercise can also precipitate activation of atopic dermatitis. Avoid being outdoor and choose a temperature-controlled gym for workout program. Avoid hot showers and saunas, as the extremely high temperatures in these units can trigger an atopic dermatitis response in individuals prone for this skin condition.
