Vicki Ayliffe is dermatology clinical nurse specialist, West Suffolk Hospital, Bury St Edmunds Keywords Allergy, eczema, skin and skin disorders These keywords are based on the subject headings from the British Nursing Index. This article has been subject to open peer review. For related articles visit our online archive and search using the keywords PN223 Ayliffe V (2009) Clinical features and management of atopic eczema in children. Paediatric Nursing. 21, 9, 35-43. Date of acceptance:

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... er 16 2009. Abstract This article describes atopy and the clinical features of the different types of eczema. Clinical assessment and diagnosis are included along with possible differential diagnoses. The various treatment options are also explored. Aims and intended learning outcomes