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Eczema is an all too common inflammatory skin condition affecting over 22 million people in North America alone. The most common form of eczema is Atopic Dermatitis and is often genetically inherited from family members with a history of asthma and/or hay fever. Eczema appears mainly in children. Ninety percent of those children with eczema begin to show symptoms (flare ups) before the age of five, with two thirds of those cases showing symptoms before the age of one. Many eczema sufferers will grow out of the condition, but approximately 10-15% will continue to live with it for the rest of their lives. Although eczema can be inherited genetically, it is believed that because of our changing global environment children are developing the condition even without the predisposed genetics. Many health professionals attribute eczema to food allergies or sensitivities. These sensitivities contribute to eczema flare ups in one third of those suffering with this condition, the most common being: gluten and/or dairy sensitivity, eggs, and peanuts. It has been shown that a diet rich in vitamins and omega fatty acids aid in eczema treatment.

What Causes Eczema?

Triggers such as chemical irritants, allergens, infections, and temperature and humidity fluctuations can cause flare ups. Some flare ups can be mild in nature consisting of dry, red inflamed skin or flare ups can be severe in nature resulting in cracked, infected weeping skin. Combatting the inflammation is essential when treating eczema to keep the skin from becoming itchy and infected.

How Can I Treat Eczema?

When looking for a natural topical eczema treatment it is important to look for anti-inflammatory ingredients, but also look for ingredients with anti-microbial properties (to combat infection) and analgesic properties (to relieve pain and itch). We have carefully selected the all-natural ingredients for our SBT Seabuckthorn Eczema & Dermatitis Soothing Salve to work synergistically to reduce the symptoms of eczema naturally.

Advice On Proving A Nexus To Service (Migraines And Eczema …

Some quick background, I served for 5 years 8 months (with a break in service).  I came in pretty much normal, no major medical problems.  I had childhood allergies, like many had, and asthma and grew out of both well over 12 years before joining the Army.

 

During my first term of service I injured my back, but it wasn’t too bad at the time (herniated L4/5, 0% rating as there was rare pain and didn’t even warrant any real treatment).  When I rejoined I was still in normal health, nothing out of the ordinary (besides that injury).

 

The back got worse during service, now both the L4/5 and the L5/S1 are herniated and I require ESI 1-2x a year to control the pain (don’t really want to do the surgey if another treatment still works).  After I left service it was upgraded to 10% and 10% for sciatica.  The doctor did not do a ROM, or evaluate (or even ask) about the sciatica.  My award letter did note this and stated that if I provided the ROM they will re-evaluate.

 

I also developed OSA during my second period, most likely do to the 12hr rotating shifts and other nasty things in that nasty command center I lived out of for 3 years.  While relatively mild (IMO at least, I know people with FAR worse), it does require a CPAP and was awarded 50%.

 

My ulnar nerve (left arm) has minor paralysis, was awarded 10% for it.

 

Hypertension (stage 1, controlled with medication) I was given 0%.

 

I also was diagnosed with Allergic Rhinitis but forgot to claim it, I have already started a claim for that (should be fairly easy, diagnosed 2 years into my second term, confirmed diagnosis after service, same treatment the entire time).  Perential, not seasonal.  Antihistimines and flonase.

 

Now for the ones that were denied, which is where I am asking for advice.

 

Eczema, I was not diagnosed until a few months after service.  I had these rashes a lot during my second term (started about a year into it).  The TMC just called them fungal infections (no actual tests done, just visual inspection) and gave me anti-fungal creams and hydrocortizone.  There are a few instances of this in my records, but I stopped going when all I was getting was stuff I could grab at the PX OTC (with my work hours, sick call was on a day off).  After service I went to a local doctor (I am overseas, should have mentioned that…) whom thought it might be irritation from soap or hard water.  Changed soap, went on vacation, etc and no change.  After a few visits he refered me to an allergist.  The allergist diagnosed Eczema (AD) and started treatment, topical steroids (a little stronger than hydrocortisone) and antihistimes (basically the same thing I was getting before).

 

He reviewed my service records and said the fungal infections I had before were probably the first instance of it, either a misdiagnosis or the fungal infections were secondary due to untreated eczema (constant scratching increasing the chance of a fungal infection).  The rashes in service were in the same locations as the rashes I still have now.  The statement I got from him was weak, I didn’t know about all the magic words.

 

The other condition is migraines, I have approximately 11 (I need to count again) ER visits for headaches/migraines in the last 3 years of service.  I have a number of ER visits after service for the same (average 3-7 a year, ones servere enough to warrant an ER visit, almost 1 a month but those I can control and they go away in 2-4 hours… mostly).  This was denied because I never saw a neurologist, nor got an official diagnosis (just the ER records stating visit for migraines).

 

Now for what I have done.

 

I have contacted the DAV to represent me, they have been very helpful so far (but hard to talk to due to the timezone difference).  The hospital that did my C&P (ordered by the VA, via the US Embassy here) was terrible (they are no longer approved).  They didn’t do the ROM for my back, I only saw a generalist for 5 minutes, no review of records, nothing.  My claim for Eczema (which was added on) I never even went to the hospital for…  My rep at the DAV said the best way would be to do an FDC, with new evidence, vice an appeal (due to the long wait on appeals).  So that is what I’m working towards.

 

I have the ROM for the back, and a new DBQ to match.  That should be fine, the doctor ACTUALLY did a physical, read my records and talking to me.

 

My allergist did a DBQ for my eczema, he also provided me with a medical certificate that states how long he’s treated me for, what he treats me for (with those international numbers, I forget what they are called, for each diagnosis) and that in his medical opinion it is more likely that my fungal infections were most likely secondary infections due to undiagnosed and untreated eczema.

 

I also saw a nuerologist, whom I spoke to for quite some time, and he also reviewed the relevant records.  He provided me with a DBQ and medical certificate officially diagnosing me with migraines (also started me on treatments, wow that makes a difference… been 2 months since my last migraine).  On the DBQ he states have suffered from migraines for many years, as well as OSA inducted morning headaches.

 

Now for the questions.

 

What am I missing?

 

Is there anything I should do, or add for those two things that I am contending?

 

I want to make sure everything is in order when I put it in the mail.  I am honestly not that worried about the percentage (of course, I’d like what is correct), I just want the SC status so that I can cover the cost of treatment.

 

Is there anything I should add in my own statement, besides just what evidence I’m bringing in, and what I believe is correct?

 

Should I seek out more doctors to get additional statements?  It’s not easy to do over here, their doctors tend to work in black and white so they don’t want to put anything on paper unless they are 100% certian.  I actually had one doctor tell me he agrees, but when I asked if he could write a statement to that he said “But that’s just my opinion, it doesn’t mean anything.”

 

In my research I came across an appeal case that mentioned the veteran submitted articles from medical journals, highlighted, in support of his contention.  Is that a good idea to do, as I do have many that support my eczema claim.  Or would that come across wrong, like I’m trying to tell the RO how to do their job?

 

What is the best way to organize everything before I send it in?  Of course I’ll send it to the DAV (as they are my VSO), but what will make it easiest for them to make a decision?

 

I think that’s about it, I can provide more detailed (exact quotes of what was said where) if needed.

 

Thanks.

How to Make a Herbal Tallow Beauty Balm :: Excellent for the …

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As a young girl, I remember sitting on the porch while visiting my family’s farm in the mountains of northeast Georgia.

I could have listened for hours as my great-grandmother and her sister told stories of days-gone-by.

Feasting on every word…

…waiting in anticipation for the transfer of wisdom.

They would recount their lives’ as young girls growing up as the daughters of a pig farmer. Raising and growing…hunting and gathering everything required for human existence.

My great-grandmother knew the medicinal value of the plants and herbs found in and around the local area…and she quickly earned a reputation as a plant healer. I can still remember her root cellar — shelves lined with dusty old bottles…full of magic and wonder!

Using the wild-harvested plant material…she created medicinal tinctures and syrups, soap from wood-ashes, and healing salves from the lard of the pigs combined with beeswax from a “fella down the road.”

According to them, vegetable oils and other exotic oils common today — were “hard to come by back then.”

You know…

Both my great-grandmother and her sister lived to experience the later part of 90 years. To this very day, we always say those two were bullet proof! Not to mention, at 90+ years of age they had nearly flawless skin.

…they praised the lard.

How to make a grass-fed tallow balm by Frugally Sustainable

 

The Benefits of Tallow

Modern culture and science are now cycling around…and we are learning the truth of what our ancestors knew all along.

I strongly encourage you to read the follow articles and discover for yourself the benefits of creating natural body care products with omega 3 and CLA-rich grass-fed tallow.

Each one does an excellent job of explaining in detail the benefits of using grass-fed tallow on the skin for the treatment of eczema, extremely dry skin, rashes, wrinkles, wounds, and the like — and they are as follows:

Now you see why tallow is truly a superior skin healer!

Tallow Beauty Balm

Ingredients
*Please use only grass-fed tallow. Click this link for localharvest.org to find a local source and render your own. However, if you are unsuccessful in locating a farmer close to home…purchasing high-quality, grass-fed tallow from U.S. Wellness Meats is a brilliant option! 

Method

  1. Using the hot oil extraction method, begin by combining the dried herbs and tallow in a quart-sized glass Mason jar.
  2. Place the glass jar in a pot on the stove, or in a crock pot, that is filled with a few inches of water and set on the lowest setting. Note: Be sure to put a towel on the bottom of the pot and do not allow the temperature of the oil to rise above 110 degrees farenheit. A temperature between 95-110 is perfect.
  3. Infuse the oil and herbs for 4-8 hours, a day, or up to 3 days is best. Note: Watch the pot and add water as it evaporates.
  4. Alternatively, according to Rosemary Gladstar in her book Herbal Recipes for Vibrant Health, you may also do it this way; “Place the herbs and the oil in a double boiler and bring to a low simmer. Slowly heat for 30 to 60 minutes, checking frequently to be sure the oil is not overheating.”
  5. After the infusion period, the oil must be strained through a cheesecloth or fine mesh strainer and the herbs discarded…reserving the herb-infused tallow.
  6. In a small pot or double boiler, melt the herb-infused tallow and beeswax over very low heat.
  7. Remove from heat and cool slightly.
  8. Add the essential oils and rosehip seed oil, olive oil, coconut oil, or jojoba oil.
  9. Stir well to combine.
  10. Pour into labeled tins or glass jar for storage.

To Use

This balm will keep for years if stored in a cool, dark place. Use this balm daily:

  • under the eyes to prevent and fade wrinkles
  • to heal eczema and other hard-to-heal skin disorders
  • on extremely dry skin
  • as a cuticle cream
  • to soften callused feet
  • as a total body moisturizer

Where Can I Get This Stuff

Mountain Rose Herbs…they have everything (dried herbs, essential oils, and high-quality carrier oils) you’ll need for this balm! It’s your one-stop-shop!

The Bulk Herb Store also carries many of these ingredients if you’d like to price check.

Tallow Beauty Balm, $5, by Frugally Sustainable's Herbal Marketplace

Tallow Beauty Balm, $5, by Frugally Sustainable’s Herbal Marketplace

This Handcrafted Herbal Tallow Beauty Balm 
can be
purchased in my Esty Shop
by clicking this link.

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Tamanu Oil (Foraha) 100% Pure – Cold Pressed – 2 Oz / 60 Ml …

Tamanu oil skin care has the ability to give your skin a total rejuvenated look and feel, leaving you with beautiful clear skin.

One of the most important features of Tamanu Oil is its ability to penetrate all three layers of the skin – i.e. the Epidermis, Dermis and Hypodermis- very quickly and will leave no greasy feel. It works in harmony with your skin, by helping your skin regenerate¹ itself. Your skin will improve in smoothness, elasticity, firmness and help erase wrinkles.

This oil can help produce new skin tissue, has antibiotic properties as well as anti inflammatory and most important antioxidant properties for looking younger.

Tamanu Oil benefits many skin problems such as: acne, psoriasis, eczema, rosacea and rashes, etc

If you suffer from oily skin, there is nothing better than fighting it with oil like tamanu oil.

Believe it or not, even internal diseases like sore throats, arthritis (70-75% success rate in relieving the suffering), neuralgia, shingles, herpes, sciatica and leprous neuritis.

Cicatrization is the process involved in the formation of new tissue (which helps in rejuvenating the damaged skin). It has antioxidant, anti aging, anti wrinkle properties. Considering its protective properties in cases of overexposure to the suns rays, and the fact that about 75% of premature aging of the skin is caused by UV radiation from the sun, one can understand the anti aging properties of this miracle oil. It may be used as a general age defying skin care product, securing the skins health at all times.

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How To Get Rid Of Eczema – Eczema Treatment – Eczema Cure …

How To Get Rid Of Eczema - Eczema Treatment - Eczema CureClick Image To Visit Site“If you or a loved one suffers from eczema, you know how badly your skin can itch and burn. You know how painful eczema can be and must need relief NOW with an effective eczema treatment strategy!

There is no magic wand that can be waved to eliminate this awful condition but, using the simple and effective methods you are about to discover, will have you feeling great and looking great again, like a movie star, in 14 days!

Or, maybe you like me before, you are tired of suffering through seemingly endless nights of sleeplessness…

Maybe you like me before, are thinking, hoping and wishing for something – a cure for eczema – that would begin to get rid of the insane desire to scratch the burning itchiness that is so unbearable…

I literally reached a point in my life where I couldn’t take it anymore and had to do something different…

I couldn’t afford to allow myself to live through the suffering which I believed was so undeserving…

I had to find something unique that works and that no one was sharing with me to cure this terrible dis-ease!

That’s why I’d like to help with this – You too, CAN cure eczema safely, naturally and easily…”

This SIMPLE and NATURAL way to cure eczema was created by a person that suffered from eczema since childhood herself. The embarrassment she endured was heartbreaking; ridicule from her peers, not going on dates and even missing her prom!

This was devastating to her. She vowed to find a way to alleviate the suffering of everyone that has eczema and cure eczema. She ACTUALLY did. It wasn’t a doctor or scientist that found a way to relieve the suffering of eczema patients; it was simply a person, just like you, that suffered from eczema that actually found the way to cure eczema…

Ok. Let’s get down to some facts now. Fay Spencer is not ONLY the person to finally figure out how to cure eczema but she is an eczema survivor…

Well, although that’s a half truth and eczema itself won’t kill you, the bacterial and staph infections that are a direct result from eczema can absolutely kill you or at the very least cause other serious health complications that could get you bedridden!

Without using Fay Spencer’s 14 day program to cure eczema, you could be seriously endangering your health and well-being…

Be smart. It’s essential to cure eczema fast and not get seriously ill or have other serious health complications as a result of it! That’s why you would want to use a more natural eczema treatment yes???

The chemical compositions in prescription medications such as Cetaphil, Advantan and Elidel can create side effects that your body can’t and shouldn’t have to tolerate. This is simply and clearly unacceptable to many eczema sufferers, as I’m sure you already realize now…

This 14 day program to get… Read more…

Natural home remedies for Eczema in Baby and Children | Organic …

If you’re reading this, it’s likely that your child or infant is suffering from the skin condition, and you are seeking natural home remedies to the myriad of pharmaceutical treatments and steroid-based creams out there.

Here’s a brief background, along with some suggestions derived from Naturopaths and mothers who have dealt with and cured their children’s eczema, which will hopefully lead to a better understanding of the condition so that you can get it under control.

Disclaimer – please consult your local medical practitioner prior to any treatment.

picture of eczema on baby

First off, what is eczema?

Eczema, also known as dermatitis, can affect children (and adults) of all ages. It is typically characterized by dry, itchy, and scaly skin. While it can be tempting to scratch the skin-especially for children-doing so can also lead to potential infection. A mild case can result in minor irritation and rashes, while more severe cases can lead to extreme discomfort resulting from raw, broken, and bleeding skin.

• While eczema may not look very pleasant, fortunately it is not contagious.
• The condition is fairly common
• Has been increasing in prevalence over the last 5 to 10 years.

The condition is often thought of as hereditary, because children whose parents have eczema have an 80% chance of developing it themselves at some point in their lives. However, a child with no known hereditary links can still develop the disease.

Eczema in Babies

Babies with eczema often begin displaying symptoms within the first few months of their lives, with lesions across the body such as in the diaper area, extremities, or in the facial region. Of those infants who develop the disease before the turn 1:

• 50% will stop having problems by the age of 5
• 25% will still be having problems by the age of 9
• 12% will still be having problems by the age of 13
• 6% will still be having problems by the age of 17
• 3% will still be having problems by the age of 21

Eczema in Children

Children usually develop eczema between the ages of four and ten, either as a first instance of the condition, or a recurrence after infantile eczema. Eczema in children differs from eczema in babies in that the lesions are usually more localized in creases on the body such as the knees, elbows, and ankles. Luckily, most children will grow out of it by the age of 10.

Why does my child have it? 
Ultimately, eczema develops as the immune system’s response to foreign or allergenic bodies, which can be amplified by hereditary susceptibility.

  • Common allergens such as pet dander, dust mites, and grass can cause flare-ups
  • Seemingly innocent things like a diet rich in dairy can also aggravate the disease
  • Overheating
  • Other triggers include a diet high in saturated fats (for example, lots of red meat or animal protein), and foods as diverse as peanuts, soy, and fish.

So, what can I do?

Diet
Keep a food diary so that you can determine which foods might be causing eczematous reactions. After your child experiences a flare-up in their eczema, look for any common trigger foods that they may have eaten recently, and try eliminating them from their diet for a week to see if that helps alleviate any symptoms. Basics like replacing processed foods with whole fruits and vegetables can be beneficial

Personal Care
Some general guidelines for dealing with eczema include keeping the skin dry and moisturized. This means avoiding contact with any potentially moisture-zapping products at all costs.

• Using all-natural, eco-friendly personal care and cleaning products can eliminate a lot of skin irritants as many are formulated with harsh chemicals. This doesn’t have to mean the end of bubble bath-time for example, but choose a sodium laurel sulphate free bubble-bath.
• Small things like keeping your child’s fingernails cut short can help reduce the chances of your child developing an infection when they scratch at the irritation.

In the Home
There are also steps you can take in the home to minimize reactions:
Keeping dust mites and pet dander at bay is essential, which means dusting and vacuuming as frequently as possible.
Reducing the humidity in your home can also help.
Reduce overheating & sweat buildup at night.

[Our customers have noticed that using a wool pillow has helped manage the symptoms of eczema.

This is because wool is much more breathable than other materials, thus less overheating & sweating which are the right conditions that exacerbate eczema symptoms especially over night. If concerned about a potential wool allergy or as an irritant – keep in mind that its covered with an organic cotton cover, so your little one never comes in direct contact with the wool. On top of that, organic wool is never treated with chemicals, which is what most people are allergic to.]

Clothing
Children and babies suffering from eczema can also benefit from the careful selection of their clothes.
• Choosing lightweight, non-irritating clothing materials, such as bamboo, will help the skin breathe, which will in turn help manage eczema symptoms. [So many of our mompreneurs supplier got started with bamboo clothing businesses based on its success with their own children and scarcity of finding breathable clothing options]
• Avoid synthetic fabrics which can restrict the flow of air and trap moisture. Try to choose clothes for your child and infant that have as few seams as possible, as these can rub against the skin cause the eczema to flare up.

With any luck, some of the above tips will help you manage your child’s eczema so that both you and your child can get back to the important things in life.

For more information, we found these links very informative:

http://www.kidsinaustralia.com.au/parent-9/Eczema-in-Babies-and-Children-55.html
http://www.greenkiddie.co.uk/Eczema-treated-naturally.php
http://www.organicallyhatched.com/baby_eczema_how_to_treat_it_s/69.htm

Please let us know if you found this useful / share any other suggestions.

Breathing As An Eczema Treatment | 14 Days Eczema Cure

Discover How Breathing Can Be A Powerful Eczema Treatment

Breathing As Eczema TreatmentDid you know that our breathing has important effects not only on the circulation of our blood and oxygenation of our organs and tissues, but also on our skin?

Medical studies confirm that when we breathe heavy, our lungs lose excessive amounts of CO2, resulting to a serious drop of CO2 levels in our arterial blood beyond the normal amount. 

This deficiency in CO2 levels constricts the arteries and arterioles, lessening the blood supply to our tissues, and consequently, reducing the delivery of oxygen to the different parts of our body. In one to two minutes, we may faint or pass out.

It is, therefore, a must that our body gets the required amount of oxygen and blood supply in order for it to work efficiently and normally.

We can do a simple test called stress-free breath holding to find out if our circulation and oxygenation levels are normal. Using this test we will use the length of time that a person is able to hold his breath after exhaling with no feelings of distress as an indicator of his circulation and oxygenation.

If he can hold his breath for 40-60 seconds, his breathing is normal. When he can only hold his breath for less than 40 seconds, then it is not normal.

Among those who have problems with their breathing are those who suffer from different skin conditions. People who have psoriasis, dermatitis, neurodemitis, and eczema constantly over breathe. In fact using the stress-free breath holding test, we will find out that they can hold their breath for only 10-15 seconds, figures which are significantly less than the normal levels which range from 40-60 seconds.

This is not surprising for experts. After all, the sick have the tendency to take deeper and bigger breaths. As a result, their oxygenation and circulation is less than what is required by their bodies. It is important to reduce one’s breathing to boost the oxygen levels in our body.
Medical doctors in Russia were able to discover and successfully employ a breathing exercise to help those who are confronted with this problem. By doing the exercise, we can bring our breathing to normal levels after two to three minutes.

Breathing Exercise as Eczema Treatment

Sometimes treatments come from the unlikeliest of sources. An eczema treatment which we, most probably, have never heard before is an exercise that aims to bring our breathing levels to normal.      
 

This is how this eczema treatment works:

First you need to be seated on a chair, straighten up (spine must be straight), relax your muscles, and concentrate on your breathing. Observe how this makes you feel. If your senses fail you, breathe in and out, keep calm, before you exhale slowly. Once you feel air passing in and out of your nostrils, moving within your bronchi and chest, as well as at the back of your throat, the you are on the right track.

After exhaling, carefully inhale and make sure, that while doing so, you taking smaller inhalations. Typically this should be less than five to 10 percent. After this, relax your muscles particularly those in your upper chest and those that you use for breathing. Repeat the process before you fully relax. As you breathe in and out, make sure that you are taking smaller inhalations.  

When you repeat this several times, you will feel light air hunger. What you need to do is to sustain this hunger from two to three minutes. As you continue to do this breathing exercise, you will feel that your breathing turning normal within the same period.

 

Health News – New treatment for eczema trialled

A UK-wide trial is about to get underway to determine the effectiveness of antibiotics in the treatment of atopic eczema – a debilitating skin condition which affects around one in three children nationally.

With the backing of a grant worth £1.2M, researchers at Cardiff University will compare the use of antibiotic syrup to antibiotic cream and placebos, in the treatment of eczema that is thought to be infected.

Chief Investigator, Dr Nick Francis of the Cardiff School of Medicine, said:

“Eczema affects up to a third of young children at some point in their lives, and can cause terrible suffering to children and their families.

“Eczema flares are sometimes thought to be caused by bacterial infections, but we do not know whether antibiotics reduce eczema severity in these children, and if so, whether antibiotic syrup or cream works better.

“Thousands of children receive antibiotic treatment for eczema every year. If these treatments work then we can promote use in those who are most likely to benefit, if not then we can avoid exposing children to the risks of unnecessary antibiotic treatment.”

The Children with Eczema Antibiotic Management (CREAM) study will take place in over 90 general practices in Wales, Scotland and England.

Useful links

CREAM study
The Cardiff School of Medicine

Eczema: Its Symptoms, Causes and Treatments – Argan oil


In the United States alone, 10% to 20% of infants and around 3% of adults as well as children are suffering from eczema. In most cases, infants who develop eczema outgrow this skin condition by the time they reach the age of 10. However some do still continue to experience the symptoms of it on and off throughout their life. There is no cure yet for eczema however with proper treatment, this skin condition can be controlled.

Eczema: Its Symptoms, Causes and Treatments

Eczema refers to a group of medical conditions. These conditions cause the skin to become irritated of inflamed. Atopic dermatitis or also referred to as atopic eczema is the most common type of eczema. The term “atopic” points to a group of disorders that often have an inherent tendency to develop other allergic conditions like asthma and hay fever.

Eczema and Its Symptoms

Eczema almost all the time causes the skin to be itchy regardless of which area is affected. In some cases the itch starts even before any rash appears. Most of the time it is the face, back of the knees, wrist, hands or feet that get rashes but they do appear on other areas too. Skin areas that are affected by eczema usually look dry, thickened or even scaly. Fair skinned people with eczema will initially have the affected area looking reddish and then eventually turning brown while darker skinned people will have the areas affected either lighter or darker. This is because eczema affects pigmentation. Infants suffering from eczema can have rashes that produce ooze or may appear crusty. It is usually in the scalp or the face that these eczema patches appear but they can appear in any area of the infant’s skin.

What’s the Cause of Eczema?

Up to this date, the exact cause of eczema is not yet determined. However, scientists believe that an overactive response of the immune system to an irritant plays a major role. It is this response that triggers the symptoms of eczema. It has also been found out that eczema commonly happens to families having a history of other allergies or asthma. It is also thought that defects in the skin barrier plays a role, allowing moisture to escape and germs to come in.

Triggers of Eczema Flare Ups
Here are some of the most common triggers of flare-ups in eczema patients.

  • Rough or coarse fabric
  • Too hot temperature or too cold temperature
  • Detergents and soaps
  • Animal dander
  • Colds
  • Stress

Is There a Cure for Eczema
Unfortunately, there is no cure for eczema yet as of present. However its symptoms can be managed with certain treatments and avoidance of irritants or triggers. There are prescribed medication treatments for eczema and in the form of pills, creams and ointments.

Argan Oil as Eczema Treatment
Keeping the skin moisturized is an effective treatment for this skin condition as well as an effective means to prevent flare ups. The Moroccan Argan oil is great for people with eczema since the oil contains nutrients with great moisturizing properties such as Vitamin E, essential fatty acids and Sterols. It also has anti-inflammatory properties therefore helping soothe and relieve flare-ups. Remember to consult your dermatologist about using the oil as part of your eczema treatment.

Related posts:

  1. Read What Experts Say About Eczema!
  2. Signs that Your Baby is Suffering from Eczema
  3. The Itchy Truth About Eczema
  4. Can Moroccan Argan Oil Treat Eczema?
  5. How to Deal with Eczema

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