Controlling Eczema With Dermatitis-Ltd

Dermatitis-Ltd will improve the various forms of eczema, psoriasis and seborrheic dermatitis. Overall, 98% of Dermatitis-Ltd III users confirm that they have found noticeable improvement in the condition and tone of their skin. Dermatitis-Ltd III does not cause a stain on clothes or bedding, does not smell, dries within 2 to 5 minutes depending on humidity conditions, and is always invisible on the skin.

The Picture of Atopic Eczema

Atopic eczema is the most common form of eczema and is closely linked with asthma and hay fever. It can affect both children and adults, usually running in families. You do not inherit eczema as such – you inherit a predisposition to it. It is estimated that one in three people are affected by atopic eczema. However, the development of atopic eczema is likely to be greatly influenced by the environment.

One of the most common symptoms of atopic eczema is its itchiness which can be almost unbearable. Other symptoms include overall dryness of the skin, redness and inflammation. Constant scratching can also cause the skin to split, leaving it prone to infection. In infected eczema the skin may crack and weep (‘wet’ eczema).

It is thought that people with atopic eczema are sensitive to allergens in the environment which are harmless to others. In atopy there is an excessive reaction by the immune system producing inflamed, irritated and sore skin. Other types of eczema are caused by irritants such as chemicals and detergents, allergens such as nickel, and yeast growths. In later years eczema can be caused by a blood circulatory problem in the legs. The causes of certain types of eczema remain to be explained, though links with environmental factors and stress are being explored.

Eczema, asthma and allergic rhinitis are the most common atopic conditions. These antibodies exist to defend the body against attack. In atopic eczema the large number of antibodies are encountering alien substances or allergens and reacting to them. The reaction causes inflammation and itchiness.

Allergens include dust, pollen, chemicals or food and drink.

The role of allergy to dust mites, pets and food in atopic eczema is controversial. In a high proportion of sufferers, the application of a dust mite allergen to the skin will worsen their condition.

In the Western world allergies have become a growing problem. The changes in society that may be impacting on the incidence of allergies include: the levels of nitrogen oxides (from diesel engines), ozone in the air, central heating and double insulation in homes, soft furnishings, and fumes from gas cookers, sprays and cigarettes.

The role of food allergy is also controversial. The most reliable means of establishing a food allergy is to keep a food diary and then to eliminate the suspected item from the diet. If the eczema improves, it can be re-introduced. If the condition worsens again, this provides reasonable proof of the cause.

Treatments may include emollients to maintain skin hydration and to reduce inflammation. An emollient is an agent that softens and soothes the skin to make it softer. They are usually produced from a combination of water, oil, fat and wax. They are an essential element in the successful treatment of the dry skin found in eczema, and are safe and effective. However, they are often underused.

One of the most pronounced features of atopic eczema is very dry skin that is sensitive. When this dryness becomes extreme cracks appear in the skin that can be extremely sore. For example, when this occurs on the backs of the knees it is very difficult to walk. If the skin cracks at the side of the mouth, it is difficult to talk. It is therefore understandable; that people with the condition can become irritable and stressed because of the discomfort they are enduring. The importance of routine skin care should not be underestimated.

Portal of Eczema Information

Places of interest to learn more about eczema:

The National Eczema Society.Free information for eczema and dermatitis sufferers.

AAD: Eczema/Atopic DermatitisPatient information from the American Academy of Dermatology, including adescription of the condition, treatment information, and links.

Medinfo: EczemaEasy to understand information for patients on eczema.

Eczema treatment and support. Eczema care treatment products and ...Eczema care treatment and support for eczema sufferers. Eczema care skin treatmentproducts and information.

Eczema: Tips on How to Care for Your Skin -- familydoctor.org

Eczema and dermatitis - cause, symptoms and treatmentConcise factsheet explaining the causes, symptoms and treatment of eczema.

Psoriasis, Eczema, and Dermatitis Picture and Lifestyle Treatment ...Dermatitis-Ltd III effectively improves the skin beauty, and appearance ofseborrheic dermatitis, eczema, and psoriasis.

Eczema Lifestyle Tips

Treatment tips for eczema are like opinions; there are many of them. One obvious tip is to stay away from substances that cause reactions. Keep the skin as healthy as possible. When bathing, use soaps that are not harsh to the skin. Do not use any cortisone products that contain steroids. Steroid-bases products are known to have many side effects and should be avoided.Diet is very important. Some common foods known to contain allergens that can aggravate the body are daily products such as milk, cheese, ice cream, and yogurt. Eggs should be avoided. Crustacean meat should be greatly reduced or avoided altogether. Lobster, shrimp, squid, prawns, clams, oysters, and other crustaceans can cause allergic reactions. Salmon should also be avoided along with calcium supplements and color dyes, especially Yellow #5. Additional allergens are products containing NutraSweet. Mushrooms sometime cause reactions for eczema sufferers and should not be eaten. Hot, spicy foods can cause intestinal inflammation which can cause outbreaks of eczema.