Eczema consultation in London

About an eczema consultation

Atopic eczema is commonly managed in primary care. A useful consultation clarifies the pattern, triggers, skin-barrier routine and treatment use while recognising infection, uncertainty or disease that needs specialist input.

Care pathway: Usually managed in primary care. Refer or seek specialist advice when severe, refractory, diagnostically uncertain or complicated by significant infection or wider impact.

What happens at your appointment?

1. History

   We map when the concern began, how it has changed, associated symptoms, triggers and treatments already tried.

2. Skin assessment

   The presentation, distribution and relevant health factors are reviewed, including whether the diagnosis remains uncertain.

3. Right pathway

   You leave with a clear primary-care plan, safety-net advice or onward referral when specialist assessment is more appropriate.

• Where the eczema appears, itch, sleep disruption and the frequency and severity of flares.
• Emollients, topical medicines, possible irritants or allergens and how treatments are being used.
• Signs of infection, significant quality-of-life impact or reasons for dermatology referral.

How much does an eczema consultation cost?

The consultation fee is confirmed when you arrange your appointment, before you commit. If the pharmacist recommends treatment or onward care, any costs are explained before you decide.

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Good to know before you book

• Eczema can look different across skin tones and may leave temporary lighter or darker areas.
• A plan works best when treatment strength, amount, location and duration are understood.
• Facial disease, recurrent infection or major sleep and wellbeing effects can change the referral threshold.

After your appointment

• Follow the written skin-care or medicine guidance agreed during the consultation.
• Know which changes mean you should seek earlier clinical review.
• Persistent, worsening or uncertain symptoms are escalated to the appropriate service.

Eczema consultation: your questions answered

Further reading

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