Eczema Causes

Thanks to ongoing research, our understanding of eczema is constantly increasing.
 

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Nonetheless, scientists haven’t quite nailed it yet. The exact cause of eczema (atopic dermatitis, tetters, milk crust) still remains elusive.
 
 
However, most scientists agree that a defect in the genes of the skin which are responsible for forming the barrier between the body and the external environment play a causal role in atopic dermatitis.
 


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Treatment of Eczema

 
The defect in these genes makes the skin more vulnerable to allergens. Allergens are substances that trigger an abnormal reaction from the skin’s immune mechanism.
 
 
The defective genes which scientists have identified include: filaggrin, OVOL1, ACTL9 and IL4-KIF3A.
 
 
You can determine your likelihood of developing this skin rash be evaluating the medical history of your family members. You are more vulnerable to milk crust, if any of your family members has asthma or allergic rhinitis.
 
 
Scientists have also discovered a link between hay fever, asthma and dermatitis.
 
 
Up to 80% of children with asthma or hay fever develop dermatitis at some point. Doctors call the link among these diseases, the atopic triad.
 

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Eczema Symptoms – Mayu Koseta

 

Triggers of Eczema

 
Triggers are substances that irritate or cause an allergic reaction.
 
 
Triggers differ from one individual to another. Therefore, you should not be surprised, if we list a substance, to which you are not allergic, as a trigger.
 
 
Some triggers are called irritants because they cause itchiness and irritation.
 
 
Examples of the most common irritants include: tobacco smoke, industrial chemicals, alcohols, astringents, some detergents and extreme weather conditions.
 
 
Irritants can either cause a dermatitis flare up or they can make it worse.
 


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How to Treat Eczema

 
You can diminish your chances of coming into contact with an irritant by avoiding itchy materials. Avoid thick clothing made from wool.
 
 
Instead, wear clothing made from lighter materials such as cotton or silk. Also develop the good habit of first washing newly bought clothing items (dresses, linen, towels) before use.
 
 
Allergens will provoke a dermatitis eruption.
 
 
Examples of common allergens include: house dust mites, moulds, grasses, plant pollen, pets and dandruff.
 
 
Some foods might trigger an allergic reaction. Examples of foods that are most likely to trigger an allergic reaction include: dairy products, eggs, soy products, wheat, nuts and seeds.
 

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Certain viruses, fungi and bacteria are known to trigger this skin rash.
 
 
Staphylococcus aureus are bacteria that normally live on healthy skin. Under certain conditions, they can become infectious.
 
 
This usually happens after your skin breaks due to excessive scratching. Staphylococcus aureus then infects the open sores to produce eczema herpeticum or vaccinatum.
 
 
Vaccinatum is a variant of the skin rash that overlays the affected area with crusting patches and vesicules. In babies, this strain of the skin rash is life-threatening.
 

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Infant Eczema

 

Treatment for Eczema

 
There are several methods of atopic dermatitis: corticosteroids, immunosuppressants, medication and moisturizers.
 
 
Corticosteroids can be used to treat both mild and severe cases. Mild cases are often treated with hydrocortisone, while severe cases are often treated with clobetasol propionate.
 
 
Corticosteroids are naturally produced by the adrenal cortex; however, the quantities are not enough to impact a dermatitis flare.
 
 
Even though, corticosteroids are naturally produced by the body, prolonged administration of high doses can produce a negative reaction from the body.
 
 
Do not use corticosteroids for more than 5days. Prolonged use can trigger skin atrophy, stria and telangiectasia.
 
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Treating Eczema

 
Immonusuppressants temporarily suppress the immune system. Immunosuppressants such as pimecrolimus and tacrolimus are effective for short-term treatment.
 
 
Immonusuppressants should be the medication of last resort because they have significant side-effects. When you are on immunosuppressants, your doctor will subject you to regular blood tests.
 
 

How to Safely Treat Eczema

 
The revitol cream is the ultimate remedy for eczema.
 
 
The revitol formula is 100% natural. Its organic ingredients make it completely safe for babies and pregnant women.
 
 
Extensive research has proven that the formula is free of side-effects.
 

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Natural Eczema Treatment

 
The revitol formula has won several awards from the International Council on Homeopathic Medicine for its safety and efficacy in treating atopic dermatitis.
 
 
The potent revitol cream will quickly restore your PH levels. Order the clinically acclaimed revitol system now and blast your eczema away.
 

 

Eczema on Face

You cannot hide the eczema on your face. So, what should you do about it?
 

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The only viable reaction to facial eczema (atopic dermatitis) is to treat it as rapidly as possible. Sometimes, the itchiness and irritation is not the greatest damage done by skin rash, rather the blow dealt to your self-esteem.
 
 
The discoloration caused by patches of dermatitis on your face can significantly ruin your social interactions.
 


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Eczema Cream
 
You can use clothing to hide the redness and inflammation on your trunk and hands but there is little to be done, when the rash is on your face, cheeks and chin.
 
 
Worse yet, this skin rash is a predominantly teenage disease. And the teenage years are notoriously marked by self-image psychosis.
 
 
About 60% of all dermatitis cases occur before the age of 5. About 90% of all atopic dermatitis cases occur before the age of 20.
 
 
In women, it is mostly prevalent during the child-bearing years from 15 to 45.
 

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Symptoms of Eczema

 
Redness and dryness are the most prominent symptoms. They are common to almost all the different types of dermatitis.
 
 
The discoloration of the affected area might not be red. For example, seborrhoeic dermatitis is a common type of eczema with whitish/yellowish discoloration.
 
 
Some symptoms are unique to specific types of dermatitis.
 
 
The symptoms you can find across the different types of dermatitis include: itchiness, irritation, blistering, vesicules, inflammation, skin swelling, cracking, flaking, crusting, bleeding and oozing.
 
 
Some types of dermatitis have very unique symptoms.
 


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Eczema on Face
 
For example, craquelatum or winter itch or pruritus hiemalis is characterized by crusting skin with cracks like the bed of a dried out river.
 
 
Winter itch is very common among the senile population. It is called winter itch because it intensifies during the dry winter months.
 
 
The area of the skin affected is often a function of the type of dermatitis.
 
 
Besides the face, the principal areas affected include the neck, wrist, forearm, thighs and legs. Stasis dermatitis commonly appears on the legs, specifically the ankles.
 
 
The main symptoms of dermatitis herpetiformis are stinging and burning sensations. The affected area is also marked by papules and vesicules.
 

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The papules on the affected area are small reddish bumps that could be as large as 1cm in diameter.
 
 
The papules could be present on the scalp, shoulders, elbows and the back of knees. Sometimes, it spreads from the buttocks to the genitals (vulva or scrotum).
 
 

Eczema Treatment

 
Prevention is better than cure. Prevention should be your first priority.
 
 
How can you prevent this skin rash? No prevention method completely guarantees that you’ll never get infected. Prevention methods only mitigate the risks.
 
 
Start by maintaining a clean environment. Contact dermatitis is often provoked by an allergic reaction to the excrement of house dust mites.
 

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Hand Eczema

 
When it comes to cleanliness, it is important not to go overboard with children. Babies require some exposure to small amounts of dirt, in order for their immune system to develop properly.
 
 
When it comes to alternative remedies, it is equally important to avoid fanciful recipes.
 
 
Lots of claims have been made about various treatment methods such as chiropractic spinal manipulations and acupuncture. There is no scientific evidence backing the effectiveness of these treatment methods.
 
 
Stick to tried and tested treatment methods that deliver the desired results.
 
 
The revitol cream is a tried and tested formula that guarantees results.
 

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Natural Eczema Treatment

 
The revitol formula has won several rewards from the International Council on Homeopathic Medicine for its high clinical standards.
 
 
The organic formula is totally safe because its ingredients are 100% natural. Thanks to its high safety standards, it can be used by babies and pregnant women without risks.
 
 
The testimonials from grateful users are amazingly positive. People usually report positive results within 3 short days.
 
 
The potent revitol formula will quickly restore your PH balance. Order the highly recommended revitol system now and blast your eczema away.