Patterns in topical treatment use for eczema flare-ups in children: a secondary analysis of the Best Emollients for Eczema (BEE) trial

This study sought to describe use of topical treatments during eczema maintenance and flare-ups, using data from the Best Emollients for Eczema (BEE) trial. Findings showed that flare-ups were common, emollient use was generally high and that whilst topical corticosteroid use increased marginally during flare-ups, their overall use remained low. Our work is a reminder that parents may under-treat their child’s eczema flare-ups with topical corticosteroids, and that clinicians should always ask and advise about flare-up management, addressing any barriers to treatment use.