TCM Primary Care Clinic

TCM Primary Care Clinic Primary Health care clinic providing quality acute, chronic, maternal and child health care services at an affordable price.

Colleagues! I come with something new! Other categories to follow! WhatsApp me if interested…By order only for now!
28/02/2026

Colleagues! I come with something new! Other categories to follow! WhatsApp me if interested…By order only for now!

We come back!!!!!! Glow drips in stock. R480 cash per session, stock is limited! First come first serve!!!!
26/02/2026

We come back!!!!!! Glow drips in stock. R480 cash per session, stock is limited! First come first serve!!!!

25/02/2026

Sr Howard will be in after 11:00 today 25/02/2026

Eczema in children (also called Atopic dermatitis) is a common skin condition that causes dry, itchy, inflamed skin. It ...
24/02/2026

Eczema in children (also called Atopic dermatitis) is a common skin condition that causes dry, itchy, inflamed skin. It often starts in babies and young children and may improve as they grow older.

Since you work in healthcare, I’ll keep this practical and clinical.

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🔎 What Causes It?

Eczema is linked to:
• Genetics (family history of eczema, asthma, or hay fever)
• Skin barrier dysfunction
• Allergens & irritants
• Immune system overactivity

It’s not contagious.

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👶 Common Presentation by Age

Babies (0–2 years)
• Cheeks
• Scalp
• Extensor surfaces (arms/legs)
• Red, weepy patches

Older Children
• Flexural areas (behind knees, elbows)
• Neck
• Wrists and ankles
• Thickened skin from chronic scratching (lichenification)

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⚠️ Common Triggers
• Heat and sweating (important in Durban climate)
• Harsh soaps & bubble baths
• Wool clothing
• Dust mites
• Certain foods (in some children)
• Stress

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🩺 Management Approach (Stepwise)

1️⃣ Skin Hydration (Foundation of treatment)
• Thick emollients 2–3 times daily
• Apply within 3 minutes after bathing
• Avoid fragranced products

2️⃣ Topical Corticosteroids (For flares)
• Mild (e.g. hydrocortisone 1%) for face
• Moderate potency for body (short courses)
• Educate parents on fingertip unit dosing

3️⃣ Antihistamines (if severe itching affecting sleep)

4️⃣ Infection Management

Look for:
• Oozing
• Honey-colored crusts (impetiginization)
• Rapid worsening

Common secondary infection: Impetigo

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🚨 When to Refer
• Severe, widespread eczema
• Recurrent infections
• Poor response to treatment
• Suspected food allergy
• Failure to thrive

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👩🏽‍⚕️ Parent Education Tips (Very Important)
• “Moisturise even when skin looks better.”
• Keep nails short
• Cotton clothing only
• Lukewarm baths, 5–10 minutes
• Pat dry, don’t rub

23/02/2026

Kindly note: Sr Howard will not be in today & clinic will close at 12:00 on 25/02/2026 due to power outage.

So yesterday we started the topic of diabetes…. So how can you tell if your blood sugar is too high or too low? And what...
19/02/2026

So yesterday we started the topic of diabetes…. So how can you tell if your blood sugar is too high or too low? And what is the ideal blood sugar level to maintain as a diabetic to prevent complications? Here’s some info on symptoms of high or low blood sugar and normal levels.

Good day, today we talk about one of the most common diseases of lifestyle Diabetes Mellitus. We explain what it is and ...
18/02/2026

Good day, today we talk about one of the most common diseases of lifestyle Diabetes Mellitus.
We explain what it is and the different types and symptoms to look out for.

Today we talk vaginal health! It is normal to have discharge as a female. It is however important to know what is normal...
17/02/2026

Today we talk vaginal health! It is normal to have discharge as a female. It is however important to know what is normal and what is not!

Normal vaginal discharge is typically clear, white, or off-white, fluctuating in consistency (watery, thick, or slippery) based on the menstrual cycle, ovulation, or sexual arousal. Abnormal discharge, which may indicate infections (BV, yeast, STIs), often appears thick/chunky, green, yellow, or grey, and is accompanied by a strong odor, itching, or pain.

16/02/2026

Kindly note: Locum Sister will be in between 9:00-12:00 today 16/02/2026.

Having headaches, swellling of the feet or face and hands during pregnancy could be signs of Pre-Eclampsia which is high...
15/02/2026

Having headaches, swellling of the feet or face and hands during pregnancy could be signs of Pre-Eclampsia which is high blood pressure above 140/90 commonly starting during pregnancy but in some rare cases can present after delivery during postpartum.

13/02/2026

Kindly note: Locum sister will be in from 9:00-12:00 on 13/02/2026 & 16/02/2026. Enquiries 0712271601 please call as WiFi is down due to power outage, WhatsApp will not be active.

Address

63a Voor Street
Utrecht
2980

Opening Hours

Monday 08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 08:00 - 17:00
Thursday 08:00 - 17:00
Friday 08:00 - 17:00
Saturday 09:00 - 13:00

Telephone

+27712271601

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