Information and Instruction

Thorough patient information about the allergy is essential for successful therapy. By simply avoiding the allergen, a significant alleviation of the symptoms can often be achieved. Sometimes the patient’s living, work and free time activities must be discussed. Regular basic skin care is essential for the treatment of atopic dermatitis.To be successful, such a therapy must be adapted to the patient’s individual needs and preferences.

Apart from direct information received during the consultation, information sheets and patient brochures, especially those issued by the Swiss Center for Allergy, Skin and Asthma aha!, are given to patients. If necessary an interdisciplinary cooperation with your family doctor or with other specialists is important.