Eczema is an umbrella term for skin conditions exhibiting swelling, redness, itching, flaking and oozing blisters. Atopic dermatitis, contact dermatitis, seborrheic dermatitis and other allergic skin reactions may also be referred to as eczema. Studies have found that atopic eczema may occur due to the presence of skin-infiltrating CD4 T cells of the Th1-like and/or […]
9 Celebrities Who Are Itching for Eczema Awareness Month
With roughly 30 million Americans suffering from eczema, it is no surprise that there are celebrities who have been spotted with or have come forth about their own struggle with this itchy, and often aesthetically embarrassing, skin condition. Due to the stigma attached to eczema, the unknowing public who have never been directly affected by […]
Why Do I Have Extremely Dry Skin?
Living with dry skin can be extremely itchy and irritating. Dry skin is aesthetically displeasing and can cause embarrassment. There are several factors that contribute to dry skin: Environmental elements such as cold weather or extreme heat and sun exposure can cause itchy patches of dry skin. All forms of dry skin are related to […]
Identifying the Signs of Eczema
Itchy skin is always annoying, but is it eczema or something else? Identifying the signs of eczema will determine the course of treatment for your condition and let you know if you need to see a dermatologist or if an over the counter remedy will do. Here is how to identify the signs of eczema […]
12 Celebrities Suffer From Psoriasis
Think that you are alone in combating your psoriasis? Rest assured that you’re not alone. In fact, some 7.5 million Americans suffer from the autoimmune disorder known as psoriasis. Psoriasis can hit you at any time in your life and can be mild, moderate or severe. There are several celebrities who have come forth in […]
The Difference Between Eczema & Psoriasis
Skin rashes are annoying, uncomfortable and unsightly – but worse than that, they can be tricky to diagnose. Learn about the differences between eczema and psoriasis so that you can ask all the right questions when you visit your doctor. Eczema Signs & Symptoms Nearly everyone with eczema experiences an itchy rash, but beyond that, […]
Why You Should Never Pierce Your Baby’s Ears
Recently, we’ve all been introduced to the fact that chronic eczema often stems from an allergy to a mysterious chemical, metal, or molecule to which you or your child is coming in contact. In some studies, up to 70% of children who have chronic eczema have an allergy to one or more chemicals to which they are coming into contact with, in addition […]