Eczema, also known as atopic dermatitis, is a dry, itchy skin condition that is characterized by inflammation, redness and can sometimes become crusty and ooze. It is not fun and the more you itch the more likely you will be to scratch…. which can lead to more severe conditions such as infection. Below are a few […]
Be Aware: Infection Associated with Eczema
If you have already been diagnosed with eczema, you know the irritations of the red, inflamed, itchy and excessively dry skin that the condition causes. Unfortunately, your concern doesn’t stop there. Patient’s who have been diagnosed with dermatitis need to be aware of infections and take preventive measures that are necessary for warding them off. One […]
What In Your House is Causing Your Eczema?
Eczema is a long term, possibly life long, skin condition that is dry and itchy. The most common form of eczema is known as atopic dermatitis. It often results from being in contact with an allergen, so naturally, it benefits you to be aware of indoor allergens that can trigger your condition and take the […]
The Root of Scalp Eczema
The scalp is one of the most common places for eczema to present itself. Eczema is a dry, skin condition characterized by inflammation and an extreme itching sensation. The most common type of scalp eczema is also known as Seborrheic Dermatitis. One of it’s symptoms includes flakes known as dandruff. It can be difficult to diagnose […]
5 Tips to Avoid Itching an Eczema Rash
Eczema is an inflammatory response in the body that causes the skin to become irritated, inflamed and intensely itchy. While scratching the itch may provide some relief, it is usually short-lived and can make your skin even more inflamed and itchy. Eczema sufferers who scratch their inflamed skin are also at risk for developing staphylococcus […]
The Importance of Optimizing the Skin’s Barrier
As the largest organ in the human body, our skin acts as a first-line defense against invasive organisms such as bacteria and virus. Skin health is amazingly important, and yet many people do not understand how our skin works, or how to important skin barrier optimization is to our health. Skin: A Layered Approach Our skin is […]
Natural Oils: Always Safe For Your Skin?
The use of natural oils as a topical skin moisturizer has increased in popularity worldwide in recent years. Some people believe that, because the oils are natural, they pose no potential harm to the skin. While many natural oils are perfectly acceptable for consumption, some pose risks when applied to the skin. Olive oil and […]
Eczema Treatment: Bathing in Bleach?
Atopic dermatitis is a frustrating skin condition that plagues people from a very young age. More commonly known as eczema, this affliction causes patches of dry skin. Patients, especially young children, struggle to avoid scratching the patches. As a result, infections abound. Several studies suggest that treating the infection with a dilute bleach bath may […]
Allergy, Asthma & Mental Health Concerns
Atopic dermatitis, or eczema, is typically regarded as an uncomfortable but manageable skin condition. Although eczema’s primary symptom involves red and itchy skin, its effects can be far-reaching. Everything from allergies to mental illnesses have been attributed to the condition. Due to eczema’s chronic status and continued lack of a complete cure, its associated comorbidities […]
Raw Diets: Power to Cure Eczema?
Most people develop atopic dermatitis, also known as eczema, as infants or toddlers. This persistent, itchy, dry skin is not contagious, but causes misery for it’s sufferers. Parents often find themselves at a loss to treat eczema in their children, especially if it is severe. While some rely on treatments for acute outbreaks of eczema, […]