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  • Pediatrics
  • Dermatology
  • General Practice

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  • Eczema, a prevalent chronic inflammatory skin condition, significantly impacts children's quality of life.
  • General practitioner (GP) surgeries are primary points of contact for pediatric healthcare, including eczema management.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the frequency and clinical presentation of childhood eczema in a GP setting.
  • To evaluate current management strategies and identify challenges faced by nurse practitioners in managing pediatric eczema.

Main Methods:

  • A retrospective analysis of patient records for children diagnosed with eczema.
  • Surveys and interviews with nurse practitioners to gather insights on their experiences and approaches to eczema care.

Main Results:

  • Eczema is frequently diagnosed in pediatric patients presenting to GP surgeries.
  • Variability exists in prescribed treatments and follow-up protocols for childhood eczema.

Conclusions:

  • Effective, standardized management protocols for pediatric eczema in primary care are needed.
  • Further training and resources for nurse practitioners can improve eczema care outcomes for children.