Eczematous dermatoses are common inflammatory skin diseases that can be difficult to treat and have a major impact on patients' quality of life and psychological status. Soak and smear is an effective treatment that can eliminate the need for oral steroids and, in chronic situations, other systemic immunosuppressives.
Keywords: dermatitis; eczema; soak and smear; topical steriod.
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