Fast, Effective Care for Eczema Flares
At AMAE Clinic, we understand how disruptive eczema flares can be to your daily life. Our expert doctors are here to provide effective treatment solutions for short-term symptom relief, all from the comfort of your home.
What Is Eczema?
Eczema, also known as atopic dermatitis, is a chronic skin condition that causes inflammation, redness, itching, and dryness. It often comes in cycles, with flare-ups followed by periods of remission. While it’s common in children, eczema can affect people of all ages.
Eczema Treatments We Provide
1. Topical Corticosteroids (Creams/Ointments)
- How They Work: Reduce inflammation, redness, and itching during flares.
- Application: Apply directly to the affected areas as directed by your doctor.
2. Oral Antihistamines
- How They Work: Help relieve severe itching and improve comfort, especially at night.
Included Services ✅
- Prescription for topical corticosteroids (creams or ointments) ✅
- Prescription for oral antihistamines to help manage eczema-related itching ✅
- Review of recent photographs of your eczema ✅
- Management of short-term eczema flares ✅
Excluded Services ❌
- Cases where eczema has not been diagnosed by a doctor ❌
- Ongoing or long-term management of eczema symptoms ❌
- Treatment requests for children or another adult ❌
- Prescriptions for treatments not listed in the application questionnaire ❌
- Patients who are pregnant or breastfeeding ❌
- Patients taking immunosuppressive medication ❌
- Situations where eczema appears to be infected ❌
- Severe complications of eczema in the past, such as:
- Bacterial infection requiring hospital admission ❌
- Viral infection (e.g., Herpes) treated with antiviral medication ❌
- Hospitalization due to eczema complications ❌
How It Works
✨ Here’s How Our Prescription Service Works from the Comfort of Your Home ✨
Requesting a prescription with Amae Clinic is quick, secure, and easy. 🏡💻
Step 1:
Complete a Quick Online Questionnaire
Fill out a short, secure online questionnaire on your phone, tablet, or laptop. It takes only a few minutes to provide us with the information we need.
Step 2:
Medical Review by a Doctor
An Irish-registered doctor will carefully review your details to ensure that this treatment is safe and suitable for you. If additional information is needed, the doctor will contact you via your secure patient account.
Step 3:
Receive Your Prescription
Once approved, your prescription will be sent directly to an Irish pharmacy of your choice via secure Healthmail.
Eczema Treatment Information
Professional Care for Healthier, Happier Skin
At AMAE Clinic, we understand that eczema can disrupt your daily life. Our expert team is here to help you manage flares and soothe your skin with effective treatments tailored to your needs.
This service is ideal if you:
✅ Have been diagnosed with eczema by a doctor (atopic eczema or contact dermatitis).
✅ Are experiencing a mild to moderate flare of symptoms.
✅ Can upload recent photographs of your eczema for review.
✅ Are requesting this treatment for yourself.
✅ Are not pregnant, breastfeeding, or trying to conceive.
✅ Require a prescription for a medication listed in our application questionnaire.
This service is not suitable if you:
❌ Have not been diagnosed with eczema by a doctor.
❌ Require ongoing or long-term eczema management.
❌ Are requesting treatment for a child or another adult.
❌ Need a prescription for a treatment not listed in our application.
❌ Are pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking immunosuppressive medication.
❌ Are concerned your eczema is currently infected.
❌ Have experienced serious eczema complications, such as:
- Bacterial infections requiring hospital admission.
- Viral infections like Herpes needing antiviral medication.
- Hospitalization due to eczema complications.
Eczema, also known as atopic dermatitis, is a chronic skin condition affecting up to 1 in 5 children and 1 in 10 adults in Ireland. It leads to dry, cracked, painful, red, and itchy patches of skin, caused by the skin’s inability to retain moisture.
Eczema often occurs alongside other conditions like hay fever or asthma and can significantly affect quality of life.
The exact cause of eczema is not fully understood, but several factors may contribute:
- Genetics: A family history of eczema, hay fever, or asthma increases your risk.
- Weakened skin barrier function: Makes the skin more prone to dryness and irritation.
- Immune system responses: Overactive inflammatory or allergic reactions can trigger flares.
Eczema encompasses various skin conditions, including:
- Atopic Eczema: Chronic and linked with other atopic conditions like asthma or hay fever.
- Contact Dermatitis: Triggered by direct contact with irritants or allergens.
- Discoid Eczema: Round or oval-shaped patches of inflamed skin.
- Varicose Eczema: Occurs due to poor blood circulation, especially in the legs.
- Seborrhoeic Eczema: Affects areas like the nose, brows, and scalp with scaly red patches.
- Dyshidrotic Eczema (Pompholyx): Characterized by small, itchy blisters on the hands or feet.
Note: AMAE Clinic can treat atopic eczema and contact dermatitis only.
Triggers vary from person to person but may include:
- Irritants: Soaps, detergents, shampoos, or perfumes.
- Environmental factors: Dust, animal dander, pollen, or temperature changes.
- Stress: Emotional or physical stress and exhaustion.
- Hormonal changes: During menstrual cycles or pregnancy.
- Infections: Viral or bacterial infections.
Here are some tips to help maintain your skin health:
- Use an unfragranced moisturizer 2–6 times daily, especially during flares.
- Avoid harsh soaps, bubble baths, and shower gels.
- Wear loose, cotton clothing.
- Use sensitive-skin detergents for laundry.
- Stay hydrated to keep your skin healthy.
Although eczema has no cure, treatments can help manage symptoms and maintain healthy skin.
1. Moisturizers (Emollients):
- Essential for daily skin care, even when the skin is in good condition.
- Helps soften hard skin, reduce itching, and enhance the effects of other treatments.
- Tip: Apply moisturizers before any other treatments, allowing 30 minutes to dry.
2. Topical Corticosteroids (Creams/Ointments):
- Reduces inflammation and calms flare-ups.
- Available in varying strengths (mild to very potent).
- Should only be used short-term and under medical supervision to prevent side effects like skin thinning or discoloration.
3. Oral Antihistamines:
- Blocks histamine to reduce itching and discomfort.
- Can cause drowsiness; best taken at night.
Eczema can become infected when bacteria or viruses enter cracked skin. Signs of infection include:
- Worsening symptoms or fluid oozing from the skin.
- Yellow crusts or spots.
- Fever or feeling unwell.
If you suspect infection, this service is not suitable. Please book an urgent consultation with a GP.
Eczema herpeticum occurs when eczema becomes infected with the Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV). It is rare but serious, especially if it spreads over large areas of the skin.
Symptoms:
- Painful blisters or clusters with red, black, or purple coloring.
- Oozing blisters and high fever.
- Swollen lymph nodes.
Important: If you suspect eczema herpeticum, seek immediate medical attention.
Why Choose AMAE Clinic?
- ✨ Expert Care: Irish Medical Council-registered doctors provide trusted advice and treatments.
- 🔒 Confidentiality: All consultations are private and secure.
- 💻 Convenience: Manage your eczema flares from the comfort of home.
- 💡 Holistic Support: Integrating medical treatment with practical self-care advice.
- 💰 Affordable: Prescriptions starting at just €25.