Treating Eczema
Eczema, a rash like skin problem, is a condition in which the skin becomes red, dry and itchy. The disease is mainly seen during childhood and adulthood, most commonly in infants. It is likely that about 10 to 30 percent of infants have Eczema.
Eczema is commonly found in the creases of the waists, elbows and behind knees. A skin problem, Eczema is not contagious like other diseases. Developing in childhood, the disease dies away when one grows old. However, there are chances that Eczema may flare up when they are adult.
One can come across various kinds of Eczema. The most common ones are the Contact and the Atopic Eczema. Atopic Eczema, which is also known as Atopic dermatitis, has a hereditary component. It is commonly seen on the face, neck, scalp, behind knees and inside of the elbows. The Contact Eczema is a type of Eczema that occurs when chemicals or substances irritate the skin and cause allergic reactions.
In older people, Xerotic Eczema is common. It occurs in the limbs and trunk. Then there is the Dyshidrosis or house wife’s Eczema, which is seen on palms, fingers, soles and toes. Neurodermatitis, Venous Eczema and Autoaczematisation are some of the other known Eczema.
Eczema is easy to diagnose. There is no need for any blood test or biopsy to detect Eczema. The inflamed, itchy skin itself is a sign of the disease.
Though Eczema is a worry for many people, the real cause of the disease is not yet known. There are many versions that are stated. It is said that the disease is caused because of an overactive response by the body’s immune system to a bacterium. It has also been seen that Eczema commonly affects people who have a family history of allergies.
Though the disease affects a considerable number of infants, no real cure has yet been found out. However, there are several ways to control and manage it. One of the ways is to avoid the things that trigger the skin. Cleansers, harsh soaps, detergents and lotions that could irritate the skin should have to be avoided. People having this disease have a tendency to scratch the skin. It is good if scratching is prevented and instead creams are applied for relief.
In some persons, Eczema can be caused by certain foods for which they are allergic. Better avoid the foods that cause allergies. A person having Eczema should avoid sudden changes in temperature/humidity, known triggers and getting too hot and sweaty.
Though complete cure for Eczema has yet to be found out, Light Therapy using Ultra Violet rays can control it to some extent. There are also certain traditional herbal medicines that can cur Eczema.
Written by kendrathil
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