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Consensus guidelines for the management of atopic dermatitis: An A sia– P acific perspective
Author(s) -
Rubel Diana,
Thirumoorthy Thiru,
Soebaryo Retno W.,
Weng Steven C. K.,
Gabriel Teresita M.,
Villafuerte Lillian L.,
Chu ChiaYu,
Dhar Sandipan,
Parikh Deepak,
Wong LiChuen,
Lo KuenKong
Publication year - 2013
Publication title -
the journal of dermatology
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.9
H-Index - 65
eISSN - 1346-8138
pISSN - 0385-2407
DOI - 10.1111/1346-8138.12065
Subject(s) - perspective (graphical) , atopic dermatitis , asia pacific , disease , medicine , diversity (politics) , disease management , intensive care medicine , immunology , business , political science , pathology , international trade , artificial intelligence , computer science , parkinson's disease , law
Atopic dermatitis ( AD ) is a relatively common disease in patients in the A sia– P acific region. It presents a particular clinical challenge and requires careful clinical management. The chronic nature of AD characterized by flares, exacerbations and periods of quiescence requires a multipronged approach aimed at reducing itch, inflammation and the appearance of secondary lesions. In addition, varying levels of maintenance therapy may be required to avoid exacerbations. Survey data from the region indicate that there is significant variation across the A sia– P acific with regard to current treatment practices. The management of AD may also be influenced by differing health‐care systems, variable climate, access to medical care and cultural diversity. The current consensus guidelines have been developed to provide up‐to‐date and concise evidence‐ and experience‐based recommendations directed towards general practitioners and general dermatologists in the A sia– P acific region on the management of pediatric and adult AD .