About Our Atopic Dermatitis Treatment Services
The constant itch of atopic dermatitis can disrupt sleep, school, work, and everything in between, for kids and adults alike.
At Charleston Dermatology, our physicians and providers evaluate your skin barrier, your triggers, and your flare pattern to understand what’s driving the cycle. Atopic dermatitis involves genetics, immune system overactivity, and a skin barrier that loses moisture too easily, so treating it well means addressing more than the surface.
Treatment plans are built around your skin, not a one-size-fits-all routine, and may include barrier-repair moisturizing routines, prescription topicals, oral medications, or biologic therapies for moderate to severe cases. Lasting relief starts with the right diagnosis. Schedule a visit and let our team build a plan that actually works for you.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is atopic dermatitis?
Atopic dermatitis is a chronic inflammatory skin condition and the most common type of eczema. It causes dry, itchy, red patches that often appear in the creases of the elbows and knees, on the hands, and on the face and neck. It tends to flare and calm in cycles and often appears alongside asthma or hay fever.
What causes atopic dermatitis?
Atopic dermatitis comes from a combination of genetics, an overactive immune response, and a weakened skin barrier that lets moisture escape and irritants in. Flares can be triggered by harsh soaps, fragrances, sweat, stress, dry air, and certain fabrics like wool.
How is atopic dermatitis treated?
Treatment starts with restoring the skin barrier through gentle cleansing and consistent moisturizing, plus prescription creams or ointments to control inflammation. For moderate to severe cases, newer options like biologic injections and oral medications have changed what’s possible. If over-the-counter products haven’t brought relief, make an appointment with one of our providers to build a regimen just for you.