323 Getting candid with CAM: Complementary and alternative medicine use among eczema patients

Complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) use is common among those with skin diseases. However, little known about the nature extent of CAM adults eczema in United States. This study sought to describe compare without eczema. We conducted a population-based, cross-sectional analysis using 2012 National Health Interview Survey. Among 7,513,156 (weighted) eczema, 3,265,350 (43.5%) reported at least one modality. Compared non-CAM users greater percentage were younger (47.72±0.58 vs. 49.38±0.58, P=0.031), female (69.9% 58.3%, P<0.001), white (84.1% 79.2%, non-Hispanic origin (92.4% 88.0%, higher educated (61.6% 57.6%, P=0.036). had 69% odds when controlling for age, sex, race, Hispanic origin, household income education attainment (aOR [95% CI], 1.69 [1.50-1.91], P < .001). herbal supplements most modality used health treatment In conclusion, It important dermatologists have candid conversations patients regarding optimize care prevent potential adverse events.