
Treatment Methods for Perianal Eczema
Disease description:
My family member recently developed perianal eczema, which is very itchy. What are the treatment options for perianal eczema?

The treatment methods for perianal eczema mainly include:
1. Sitz bath therapy: Using a diluted potassium permanganate solution or a decoction of Sophora flavescens (Kushen Tang), with modifications, for sitz baths. This can kill bacteria, relieve itching, and effectively alleviate local symptoms.
2. Medication therapy: Depending on the condition, topical medications such as compound sulfanilamide oxide zinc ointment, erythromycin ointment, or tacrolimus ointment may be selected, or oral antiallergic medications such as loratadine tablets may be used. For patients with extensive and severe inflammation, glucocorticoids such as dexamethasone may be considered.
3. Lifestyle modifications: Wear cotton, soft, breathable, and loose underwear and pants; avoid prolonged sitting to reduce friction on affected skin areas. Additionally, avoid scratching, washing with hot water, and consuming spicy or irritating foods such as coffee, strong tea, chili peppers.
4. Other therapies: These include local block therapy and adjunctive treatment with vitamin medications. Specific approaches should be determined according to the patient's condition and the physician's recommendations.