Eczema was an existing RCH CPG that has been revised then reviewed by the CPG Committee. It will be considered for PIC endorsement on 18 June.

Key points

1. Children with eczema require optimal everyday skin management regardless of the appearance of their skin
2. Suboptimal everyday skin management is the most common cause of eczema flares and negatively impacts upon a child’s quality of life
3. It is paramount that caregivers are educated on how to provide their child with optimal eczema cares, adhere to daily treatment, use topical medicines correctly, avoid triggers and identify signs of an eczema flare or skin infection