Allergies like those to pollen, to foods or dust mite can cause eczema. This article will explain how this occurs and how to treat the condition.
What is Eczema?
– The normal functioning of the skin is disturbed
– Redness and irritation is produced on the skin surface
– Water can evaporate more easily from the skin surface
– Skin cannot retain moisture
– Skin surface cracks and dries out
– Allergens and micro organisms can penetrate the skin more easily
– Sometimes you may develop fluid filled bumps
– Eczema may occur because of food allergies or breathable allergens
How to Treat Eczema?
Eczema is often treated with topical ointments, which contain either corticosteroids or antihistamines. The allergic reaction of rash and inflammation can be controlled by using these medicines. They are better for allergy symptoms than those taken as pills because there is less side effects to your body. Using pills will affect more than just the eczema. This means that the medicine has an effect throughout your body. This is not beneficial for the immune system.
How Does Soap Affect Eczema?
Using soap when washing takes some of the natural oils away from the skin. This makes the skin lose moisture and dry out easily. This is why moisturizers should be used after washing to replace the loss of oils in the skin. Some soap products are oil based and are, therefore, better in retaining moisture in the skin.
Moisturizers for Eczema
Try different moisturizers in order to know what works best for you. It is possible to have an allergy to certain substances in moisturizers. Therefore, the wrong kind of moisturizer can make your eczema symptoms worse. This is why choosing the right product is so important.
Types of Moisturizers
– Lotions
Lotions are good for hairy areas of the skin because they are non greasy formulation with a cooling effect. They are easily absorbed.
– Creams
Creams are thicker than lotions with an easy absorption in the skin.
– Ointments
Ointments are oily and should be used for very dry areas of the skin.
