A Randomised Placebo-Controlled Trial to compare Dilute Bleach Baths with Water treatment of Children with Eczema.

Not Applicable

Completed

• Conditions: Eczema; Bacterial Colonisation of the Skin; Skin - Dermatological conditions; Infection - Studies of infection and infectious agents

• Registration Number: ACTRN12611000260921
• Lead Sponsor: Dr Michael Herd

Brief Summary

Not available

Detailed Description

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Study Timeline

• Results First Posted: 1900-01-01
• Study Start: 2011-03-10
• Last Update Posted: 13 January 2020

Recruitment & Eligibility

• Status: Completed
• Sex: All
• Target Recruitment: 64

Inclusion Criteria

Children with Eczema (Atopic Dermatitis)

Exclusion Criteria

Previous use of antibiotics in the 6 weeks prior to enrolment in the trial.

Previous allergic reaction or severe exacerbation of asthma after contact with bleach.

Children who do not have a family doctor to help monitor progress whilst in the trial.

Study & Design

• Study Type: Interventional
• Study Design: Not specified