Eczema or Atopic dermatitis is a medical condition in which patches of skin become rough and inflamed with blisters which cause itching and bleeding. Its symptoms include itchy, red, and dry skin caused by inflammation. It’s most commonly found in children, although adults can get it too.
Triggers
- Dry Skin
When your skin becomes too dry, it can easily become scaly, rough or tight which is one of the most common reasons for eczema to flare up.
- Irritants
Everyday products and even natural substances can cause the skin to burn and itch.
- Stress
Anxiety and stress can make skin conditions like eczema worse as when you’re tense, your body’s stress hormones cause inflammation that irritates your skin.
- Sweating and Temperature change
Eczema can also happen because of exercising too much, wearing too many tight fitted clothes or when you quickly move from one extreme temperature to another (cold to hot).
Remedies
To lessen the allergic inflammatory response you can look up for remedies like:
- Apply a non-prescription steroid cream (hydrocortisone) along with anti-itching lotion (menthol/camphor, such as calamine).
- Clean the area with a hypoallergenic soap every day. Apply lubricating cream or lotion after washing.
- Moisturize your skin 2-3 times in a day
- Use coconut oil, honey, and turmeric as they contain anti- microbial, humidifier and anti-inflammatory elements.
- Clothing is very important remedial measure. Choose loose cotton clothing in soft fabrics. Try to use clothes which are not abrasive on your skin.
- Avoid stress, relaxation techniques like yoga, meditation; deep breathing can help you to stay relaxed. See a dermatologist if your itching is getting worse; it can be a skin infection.
To discuss more about your skin related problems you can consult a doctor via video or telephone call at Medharbour.com
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