Dermatologist prescribed "soak & smear". At night, soak in tub of water for 20 minutes, then apply ointment without drying off. Skin clears after only two or three times, but returns after a week or so.
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Phil | 45-54 | Male | On medication for 2 to less than 5 years | Patient
11/13/2009
Condition: Atopic Dermatitis
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Dermatologist prescribed "soak & smear". At night, soak in tub of water for 20 minutes, then apply ointment without drying off. Skin clears after only two or three times, but returns after a week or so.
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