[lisa_spyder]

"As much as old wives cures might have relieved someone at one time, (and any cold moisturiser would at least cool it down), I would worry about infections from putting food in an open sore."

Good point.

I have friends with kids same ages as ours who suffer with eczema as well. Last I heard the only thing offered was steroid based creams - not a great option for long term use. There's got to be something less "dramatic" available; surely!