Antibiotic choice and MRSA rate in children who are hospitalized for atopic dermatitis

Atopic dermatitis (AD) is the most common chronic inflammatory skin condition of childhood. It is associated with allergic co-morbities including asthma and allergic rhinitis. AD patients are also affected by sleep deprivation and psychosocial problems. Those with uncontrolled AD may require hospitalization.1 Previous studies have shown that about 70% of children who were treated inpatient for AD exacerbation were given an antibiotic.2,3 However, information on the choice of antibiotics used to treat AD exacerbation is limited.

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