How long does eczema last?
Eczema is a chronic skin condition that causes dry, itchy, and inflamed skin. The duration of eczema flare-ups can vary depending on the type of eczema, its severity, and the health of the skin and its microbiome. Acute eczema may resolve completely after treatment, while chronic eczema may resolve and occasionally flare up again throughout your life. In general, eczema symptoms tend to last for a few weeks at a time, but eczema flares can last for two weeks or more, depending on what’s causing the flare. It’s important to identify the cause of the flare and treat it promptly to help get you to remission more quickly. Unfortunately, there’s no cure for eczema, but its symptoms can be managed with treatments like topical anti-inflammatory agents, topical corticosteroids, and phototherapy.