Have you ever had or witnessed someone with Eczema? Well it is not fun having or experiencing this skin disease. Eczema is a chronic skin disorder that cannot be cured and causes the skin to become itchy, red, and dry, but it can be treated by dieting, home remedies, medications, and therapies. People coping with this disease try many forms of these treatments and even try to come up with some of their own treatments. Dealing with eczema can be a lifelong process for people who have it. Having Eczema, many things can cause flare ups including foods. Foods such as eggs can cause flares in younger children. “Avoiding eggs, fish, peanuts, and soy may help some people reduce flares…” (Ehrlich 1). Dairy products, wheat, corn tomatoes, and citrus such as lemons and oranges can cause allergic reactions in the skin. “Eat less saturated fats (meats, especially poultry, and dairy, refined foods, and sugar. These foods contributed to inflammation in the body.” (Ehrlich 2). Beneficial foods to help with Eczema would be your fatty acids that can be essential. “In one study, people taking fish oil equal to 1.8 g of EPA (one of the omega-3 fatty acids found in fish oil) had significant reduction in symptoms of eczema after 12 weeks.’ (Ehrlich 2). Other fatty acids containing oils that can help are evening primrose oil, which helps in reducing the itch of eczema, and borage oil, which helps as an anti-inflammatory; both have gamma linoleic acid containing omega-6 fatty acid. Eating salubrious can help reduce the effects of eczema on the body.”… so eating a healthy diet may help reduce inflammation and allergic reaction.” (Ehrlich 2). Having more fresh vegetables and whole grains are better for you than preserved foods. Adding he... ... middle of paper ... ...f home remedies and some people even come up with their own. Medications and therapies are available for people with eczema just asked a doctor about them or to provide information about them. Eczema is a chronic skin and causes the skin to become itchy, red, and dry, but it can be treated by dieting, home remedies, medications, and therapies. Works Cited “Eczema: What You Should Know." 01 05 2007 . Ehrlich, Steven D." Eczema." 20 09 2009 . Health, National Institutes of. "Eczema and Atopic Dermatitis". 01 02 2011 . M., B. "Eczema" Brooke Brockman. 01 2012. Vorvick, Linda J. "Atopic Eczema." 10 10 2010 .
I chose this topic because it is something I knew of and have seen before, but never really knew much about it. To make sure what I’m going to be telling you today is true, I looked at many different sites that were about food allergies and looked into them, I only went to sites that were recent, copyrighted, and seemed accurate. I also compared the sites to one another to see if the information was accurate. First, I will talk about what causes food allergies and what it is Second, what effect food allergies can have on a person’s body Finally, what steps someone can take, to better deal with food allergies
Urticaria is now commonly known as hives, it is a common allergic reaction that makes the skin form raised red itchy welts. They can also burn or sting. Anyone can be susceptible to hives since it is a very common condition. Hives form when histamine, a chemical, is released by mast cells. Histamine is usually released with an allergic reaction and it acts by causing the blood vessels to leak fluid into the nearby tissues causing skin to puff up like a mosquito bite. Releasing histamine does not need to be from an allergic reaction though; there are other circumstances where it can be released. They are usually harmless and can last up to ha...
Various treatments may be used for months or years because eczema can be very persistent. There are creams and ointments that help calm the itching and irritation to help repair the skin, which could also be prescribed by your doctor. Drugs prescribed by your doctor could also be for infections caused by open sores or cracks. There are also oral drugs prescribed to help calm the inflammation for severe cases. Wet dressings may also be necessary when the eczema is severe. This involves wrapping the affected area with topical corticosteroids and wet bandages, usually done in a hospital. If the treatment is successful, it could still be possible that it may return. Light therapy would be needed to stop it from coming back. This involves exposing the skin to controlled amounts of natural sunlight, but it has harmful effects that could cause premature skin aging and an increased risk of skin cancer. Therapies like these are important to be spoken about with your doctor if it is what's best, especially if it's for younger children since it is riskier.
Other lesions, such as eczema, body lice, insect bites, fungal infections, poison ivy, and various forms of dermatitis can make a person susceptible to this infection.... ... middle of paper ... ... The New York Times.
The witch hazel has antiseptic as well as antibacterial qualities that prevent bacteria from destroying the skin. For skin conditions such as eczema and acne, the witch hazel is considered to be a natural remedy. Furthermore, witch hazel contains catechol tannins that help in the process of removing excess oil from skin, hence possible for it to be used for
The eczema lotion from the brand Curel is a hidden gem in a world of the skin care for individuals who suffer from skin conditions that require a lot of specialty. This lotion is the perfect balance of moisture and skin building agents that will help skin, eventually, experience less symptoms of their ailment.
Pumpkin also prevents oily skin.Pumpkin is one of the best known sources of antioxidant ,beta-carotene. One thing you want to do is to stay away from canned pumpkin pie mix. Only natural pumpkin and only pumpkin should be in the can.
There are many home remedies for psoriasis that can be prepared from most of the ingredients found in the kitchen and prove to be more effective than many common medication.
First and foremost, an anti-inflammatory diet should include a wide variety of fruits and vegetables. Onions, garlic, peppers and dark leafy greens like spinach, kale, broccoli, and collard greens are all known to have anti-inflammatory components, as do fresh berries. Also seek out tart cherries, which one study from Oregon Health & Science University found to have more anti-inflammatory potential than any other food. Aim to eat many different foods over the course of a week, and as many fresh foods as possible, avoiding processed and prepackaged foods. In general, the more colorful your diet, the healthier it is from an anti-inflammatory standpoint. Colorful peppers, tomatoes, beets and squash are all good options; in fact, cooked tomatoes are full of lycopene, which is proven to reduc...
The anti-allergic property of aloe vera is useful in the treatment of various skin diseases like eczema, psoriasis, itchy skin
• Try to stay cool and out of the sun. Sweating and being hot can make itching worse.
Psoriasis is a chronic skin disorder, easily identified by its symptoms of white, scaly skin and red lesions, though not so easily cured or understood. In psoriasis, skin cells mature faster than the body can shed them, causing a buildup. Although there are many theories as to what the cause of such a disease might be – genetics, stress, or other triggers – no one is quite sure why the disease occurs, or what could be a possible way to fully cure it. In this essay we will explore the symptoms, types, and effects of this condition, and also some of the known treatments.
Eczema is one example of a dry skin condition. An eczema sufferer will have cracked skin, redness and inflammation.
Avoid high fat foods such as cream sauces, fried foods and foods containing trans-fat (hydrogenated vegetable oils).