The National Eczema Society accused the researchers of ignoring "the extensive evidence from those patients and parents who find the use of bath emollients both soothing and extremely beneficial".
"Patients who use emollient bath oils to manage their eczema in this way can reduce the need for more specialized and expensive treatments," said its chief executive, Margaret Cox.
Colin Holden, president of the British Association of Dermatologists, which recommends the use of emollient baths, said "Emollient therapy has been a major therapy for eczema for centuries and all trials done in eczema have allowed bath oils. Our guidelines are based on current practice, which is derived from research, clinical experience, and patient responses."
October 2007
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