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Complementary and Alternative Medicine Role in the Management of Atopic Dermatitis


  • Linoleic acid, found in sunflower seed oil, acts as a physical barrier and has anti-inflammatory effects, that may be helpful in patients with atopic dermatitis

  • 1600 IU or more of vitamin D may have a mildly positive effect in atopic dermatitis patients.

  • Herbal baths may be more effective than topical steroids in children with atopic dermatitis.