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Do you give anti viral therapy to your severe atopic dermatitis patients prophylaxis
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Betty Bellman, MOUNT SINAI MEDICAL CENTER (FL)4yrIf they have had eczema herpeticum in the past, then I would consider it. However, routinely, I do not prescribe oral anti-virals in AD patients.
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Ellen Gordon4yrNot routinely unless there is comorbid condition affecting immunity such as lymphoma /leukemia, chemotherapy.
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Mitchell Bressack, RUSH UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER4yrOnly if they’ve had an outbreak of eczema herpeticum
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Anonymous User4yrOnly if clinical signs are present. I am more likely to test and treat for intestinal worms, especially if the family owns a furry pet.
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Barbara Honig4yrNo. Only if clinical evidence of HSV