The Allergy Show offers more than 40 free seminars in three separate rooms. On this page you can find out about the seminars which cover sensitive skin and eczema - but don't forget to look at the other more specific seminars (click on the links immediately above). There are no tickets and seats are available on first come first served basis (although the rooms are large and nobody was turned away in 2006).

Friday 13 June 3:30pm - 4:15pm
How to beat chronic urticaria (hives) and angioedema (swelling) Consultant Allergist Dr George du Toit from the Children's Allergy Service at St Thomas' Hospital explains what causes these conditions and gives practical advice on relieving the symptoms as well as investigating and treating the underlying causes. Click here for more information about Dr du Toit

Saturday 14 June 10:30am-11:15am
Eczema and allergy In many countries eczema is routinely treated by allergy specialists rather than dermatologists. Dr Helen Cox, Consultant Allergist at St Mary's Hospital and one of the UK's top experts explains how changes in diet and home environment used together with emollients can make a big difference to your child's skin and troublesome eczema.

Saturday 14 June 10:45am – 11:30am
Caring for sensitive skin Consultant Dermatologist Dr Alison Shanks explains the difference between contact allergies and sensitive skin, how to investigate which you have and how to choose the correct beauty product for your skin.

Saturday 14 June 3:30pm – 4:15pm
How to manage dry skin and eczema NHS appointments are short and GPs often lack detailed practical knowledge. As a result many with eczema are surprised to find out how much benefit there is from learning more. Dermatology specialist nurse Moira Craig takes the time to explain what you need to know about emollients, wet-wraps, steroids and controlling the itch-scratch cycle.

Sunday 15 June 12:00pm-12:45pm
How to manage dry skin and eczema NHS appointments are short and GPs often lack detailed practical knowledge. As a result many with eczema are surprised to find out how much benefit there is from learning more. Dermatology specialist nurse Philip Watkins takes the time to explain what you need to know about emollients, wet-wraps, steroids and controlling the itch-scratch cycle.

Sunday 15 June 2:15pm-3:00pm
Chinese herbal medicine Chinese medicine, acupuncture, herbs and dietary therapy, is the most widely used medical system in the world, benefits from 4,000 years of experience and can achieve remarkable results with eczema and other allergic conditions. Stefan Chmelik, a leading practitioner gives the golden rules you should know before trying it.

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