Dr Phil Kieran: Will my child grow out of his eczema?

Some 85% of children will outgrow their eczema but it can take until puberty

Eczema affects 30% of children in Ireland. 

Dr. Phil Kieran

GENERAL PRACTITIONER

My six-year-old daughter still gets outbreaks of eczema, particularly behind his knees. I usually treat it with an over-the-counter cream. Will she eventually grow out of it?