Even though eczema is associated primarily with infants and children, there are millions of adult sufferers. A flareup is hard to hide, and can include crusty, oozing blisters, bright red patches of inflammation, changes in skin pigment, and surface thickening. Atopic eczema is the most common adult form, and has been linked to other allergic reactions. Natural remedies for eczema in adults help ease the symptoms.
The causes of this disease, which actually includes a group of conditions, are difficult to pinpoint specifically, and there is no simple confirmation test. The term atopic refers to the type of skin reaction, which sometimes appears together with other allergy-related conditions such as asthma or hay fever. Many researches believe that it is related to common environmental irritants, and there is no actual cure.
While most children eventually outgrow the problem, a significant number carry it through adulthood. An outbreak may be triggered by eating certain foods, using bath soap or disinfectants, or experiencing fluctuations in temperature. Hormonal output and stress factors play a part, as do surface microbes. Common medical treatments include immune system suppressors, topical and oral corticosteroids, and phototherapy.
The first goal is to relieve intense itching, which promotes scratching and leaves skin broken, irritated, and open to infection. Treatment is individually tailored by physicians, because the symptoms vary so widely from person to person. Patients commonly receive advice to use moisturizers daily, take frequent warm baths, and eliminate all irritating clothing fibers, including wool. Some find relieve from chronic dryness using room humidifiers.
Medications may have undesirable or unintended effects, causing some to avoid solutions involving antibiotic or steroid use. Since the problem is associated with allergies, some victims find that changes in diet are effective. Eliminating all processed forms of food helps rid the body of irritants. Consuming only organically grown produce that has not been exposed to pesticides is recommended.
The most immediate result is the gradual reduction of all forms of inflammation. Better nutrition has the added benefit of contributing to weight loss without the rigors of constant dieting. Improved eating habits combined with immune system boosters such as fish oils and flax seeds help raise levels of beneficial fatty acids. Imbalances in digestion benefit from probiotic supplements, which encourage helpful bacteria growth.
It is also important to manage the effects of stress without taking additional pharmaceuticals. Any form of aerobic exercise, especially walking, reduces normal tensions and helps eliminate chronic symptoms of anxiety, as well as raising oxygen levels. Getting adequate sleep helps the body eliminate the effects of daily stress, and helps build defenses. Acupuncture also reduce stress levels.
Natural topical applications include a variety of ingredients derived from sources that include aloe vera, coconut oil, Vitamin E, and essential oils such as lavender or chamomile. Specific body oils are sold in natural products stores, and some patients report natural soaps containing small amounts of lye can ease itching and redness. When used together with standard medications, the result may be fewer and shorter episodes.
The causes of this disease, which actually includes a group of conditions, are difficult to pinpoint specifically, and there is no simple confirmation test. The term atopic refers to the type of skin reaction, which sometimes appears together with other allergy-related conditions such as asthma or hay fever. Many researches believe that it is related to common environmental irritants, and there is no actual cure.
While most children eventually outgrow the problem, a significant number carry it through adulthood. An outbreak may be triggered by eating certain foods, using bath soap or disinfectants, or experiencing fluctuations in temperature. Hormonal output and stress factors play a part, as do surface microbes. Common medical treatments include immune system suppressors, topical and oral corticosteroids, and phototherapy.
The first goal is to relieve intense itching, which promotes scratching and leaves skin broken, irritated, and open to infection. Treatment is individually tailored by physicians, because the symptoms vary so widely from person to person. Patients commonly receive advice to use moisturizers daily, take frequent warm baths, and eliminate all irritating clothing fibers, including wool. Some find relieve from chronic dryness using room humidifiers.
Medications may have undesirable or unintended effects, causing some to avoid solutions involving antibiotic or steroid use. Since the problem is associated with allergies, some victims find that changes in diet are effective. Eliminating all processed forms of food helps rid the body of irritants. Consuming only organically grown produce that has not been exposed to pesticides is recommended.
The most immediate result is the gradual reduction of all forms of inflammation. Better nutrition has the added benefit of contributing to weight loss without the rigors of constant dieting. Improved eating habits combined with immune system boosters such as fish oils and flax seeds help raise levels of beneficial fatty acids. Imbalances in digestion benefit from probiotic supplements, which encourage helpful bacteria growth.
It is also important to manage the effects of stress without taking additional pharmaceuticals. Any form of aerobic exercise, especially walking, reduces normal tensions and helps eliminate chronic symptoms of anxiety, as well as raising oxygen levels. Getting adequate sleep helps the body eliminate the effects of daily stress, and helps build defenses. Acupuncture also reduce stress levels.
Natural topical applications include a variety of ingredients derived from sources that include aloe vera, coconut oil, Vitamin E, and essential oils such as lavender or chamomile. Specific body oils are sold in natural products stores, and some patients report natural soaps containing small amounts of lye can ease itching and redness. When used together with standard medications, the result may be fewer and shorter episodes.
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