does noxzema help with eczema?
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Noxzema does NOTHING for eczema.  It was NOT made for that, it was made to clear up skin suffering from acne, NOT eczema.  The two have NOTHING to do with each other.  There are several OTC cremes you can purchase but to totally clear it up you need to go to a dermatologist and get a perscription.
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I feel for you, I don't even want to spend $ to pay the doctor so I can get a $100.00 perscription.  My hardest chanllenge, is the "Hand washing issue".  It's cold season, so they say to wash my hand 5-10 times a day;  but my eczema hurts and water isn't good for my eczema...I'm in a rock and a hard place.\n\nHave you tried Astrazeneca.  This is a pharmacutical company that assists in getting med's.  Since you've already paid for the doctor, you may get help from this company.  I've never tried it. . .It may be worth you time, it may not be.  \n\nOtherwise, I found this web-artical 4 u.\n\n"Natural Cure for Eczema \nBanish misery with a cream?\nby Doug Dollemore\n\nRelated Articles \n \n>  Can This Tea Cure Your Rash? \n>  Eczema \n>  Herb Cure for Clear Skin \n>  Skin Care Quiz \n \nDiscussions \n \n>  Skin Diseases and Problems \n \nRelated Topics \n \n>  Eczema \n \nThe itch that won't quit may have met its match: A vitamin B12 cream could offer relief for the 15 million Americans with eczema, a dry, itchy skin condition.\n\nCorticosteroids can relieve symptoms, but they can also severely irritate skin. In a 2-month multicenter study of the B12 cream, German researchers asked 49 volunteers to slather it on one side of their body and a placebo cream on the other.\n\nNearly 60 percent said the B12 cream relieved their symptoms (11 percent reported that the placebo helped). The cream should be available later this year." 1
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It ound like you my have Xzema. Got to the doctor ask for a cream called elcon ontiment. Make sure it the ontiment if too strong mix with regular vaseline. But before you do this try oat meal bath for senstive skin and there lotion for a week. if it don't work try the ontiment
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yep. worked for me. only do it in short stints though. 5 or 6 minutes at a time.\nalso try pinetarsol (australian name) which is a pine liquid to dab on eczema. works wonders
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Elidel worked really well for my son and my daughter.  It does take a week or two to see real results though.  Also, be careful about perfumed soap, detergent, febreze sprays, etc., as the scents seem to aggravate eczema.  (at least they seemed to with my kids)
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You may want to try taking sugar out of your diet and applying Aloe Vera gel to the area after bathing and whenever it itches.  The Aloe can eventually heal it almost completely if you apply it consistently. For extremely itchy eczema, you may want to try applying cooked, watery oatmeal to the area when it's really acting up. It can take the itch out almost immediately! Make sure you stop using any of the above if you seem to be having an allergic reaction or if it seems to make it worse, because people with eczema often have allergies to all sorts of normal every day things that don't bother other people.
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eczema take vitamin E 1000 IU a day and pop open a few and rub the vitamin oil right on the spots twice a day, after a shower or bath don't dry yourself air dry, soak in a tub of dove soap or buy some oatmeal tablets put one in your tub of water and soak in it. Aloe works well too.
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All the above answers are actually very good; there is not one simple solution to eczema.  Things that contribute to eczema include allergies to things such as foods, perfumes or soaps and it is helpful to try and identify these if possible.  Most of the time, it is impossible to do so and instead skin care plays a major role.  Avoid scratching if possible; sometimes this requires the use of topical Benadryl, steroids or Calamine to reduce the itching.  To avoid drying out the skin which precipitates many bouts of eczema, use as mild a soap as possible or, preferably, none at all.  Particularly in infants, the use of soaps or shampoos really isn't necessary and only serves to dry out the skin.  Also, avoid excessively long baths or showers for the same reason.  When drying off, don't rub the skin as this removes a lot of the natural oils.  Pat or air dry.  Then, apply a moisturizer (Eucerin is a good one without perfumes or colors) immediately to prevent drying out of the skin.  Vaseline works great for this as well, but can feel greasy afterwards.  Usually, these measures will lead to improvement in the eczema.  However, topical steroids may be necessary.  In general, these are quite safe.  In more severe cases, topical tacrolimus or pimecrolimus (Protopic or Elidel) may be useful.  However, these are associated with more side effects and are best left as a last resort.
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I have atopic dermatitis,the medical name for eczema and I have had it for 40 + years.Here is some advice:\n\n1.Flare ups can take time to heal.Medications keep the flare ups from getting too out of hand.My worst flare up was on my hands.I had the rash on my hands for four years;I was unsder doctor's care the whole time.\n\n2.There is no cure for eczema,only treatments. Forget all-natural "cures" because they DO NOT WORK!!(Remember,I've had this condition for over 40 years;I know from experience that \n"natural" and "hypoallergenic" doesn't mean that they are good choices for atopic skin).Having sensitive skin means that certain products,natural or not,can cause allergic reactions in the skin .\n\n3.Get rid of all soaps,all scented products.Soaps are drying,period.Drying ingredients exacerbate the itch,which leads to scratching,whick breaks the skin,which causes the oozing,redness... The most important thing that you can do is keep the skin from getting too dry.Cleaning with Cetaphil Lotion Cleanser,or Cetaphil Bar cleanser,keeps the skin from losing too much moisture.After cleaning up,a moisturizing cream is to be applied.Cetaphil makes an excellent cream mosturizer.Some people like Eucerin cream.Water is an irritant to atopic skin,so try not to wash hands a lot;Cetaphil can be used without water,you just put it on,"lather up" and repeat,then wipe off the cleaner.\n\n4. Cortaid with moisturizers works just as well as any prescription medication.I've used prescription hydrocortisone cream,Lidex and Prednisone(not recommended,because it lasts for as long as you take it,then you are left with the rash and the side effects of the steroid).I also tried Protopic and luckily hated it;it burned so I didn't use it.I say luckily because Protopic and Elidel,the newest drugs are under investigation for  causing an increased risk of skin cancer.Just remember that some flare ups last for a long time(my worst lasted for four years).Being patient is one of the hardest things to do but it is something that a person with atopic dermatitis must have.\n\n5. Aveeno makes some great products for itchy,sensitive skin.Aveeno Bath Powder with Colloidal Oatmeal and Aveeno  Bath and Shower Oil with Colloidal Oatmeal are fantastic.\n\n6.The weepy form of eczema can be soothed with wet dressings made with Bluborro powder.The Bluborro will dry the ooze so you can deal with the rash.\n\n7.Stay away from Vaseline,any product that contains lanolin,benzocaine,aha or sugar acids,retinols,any greasy preparation,or any cream that contains an antihistamine(oral antihistamines are okay,just not in a cream or lotion that goes directly on the skin).\n\n8.Having excema even has an effect on the clothes that can be worn.Dermatologists prefer that their patients wear cottons and soft,natural fibers.Polyester retains perspiration which can cause problems.The soft moisture-wicking fabrics are okay.Wool is to be lined or a person will have to wear a soft layer underneath the wool(t-shirts,camisoles,pantliners)so it doesn't touch the skin and make the skin itch.Fabric detergents and fabric softeners used to clean clothes have to be unscented.\n\n9.Educate yourself.I started reading up on skin conditions as a teenager.Dermatologists often write books with advice on how to deal with certain conditions.I'll list them in the sources.\n\n10 Eczema,allergies and asthma often go hand-in-hand.An antihistamine is to be taken to deal with this.\n\n11. My doctor said to avoid doing any wet work if at all possible(no doing dishes,no washing the car,et c.).If wet work couldnot be avoided,cotton gloves worn under rubber gloves had to be worn;the cotton gloves are available in the beauty sections of pharmacies.Lined rubber gloves are not good enough.
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HI Amber \n\nHere are some ideas to start the healing process.\n\nCause\nEczema is often called Dermatitis, and may be a symptom of an omega-3 fatty acid deficiency. Eczema can be due to allergies, allergies secondary to digestive disorders such as hydrochloric acid deficiency, rashes secondary to immune diseases, genetic metabolic disorders, and/or nutritional deficiencies, especially of niacin (vitamin B3) and B6, as well as other B vitamins. \n\nTo minimize your risk of developing eczema, avoid irritating substances, wear natural nonirritating materials, use soothing ointments, and check to see if dietary, nutritional, and/or and allergy-causing factors need to be considered.\n\n\n--------------------------------------------------------------------------------\n\nNatural Cures\n\nAromatherapy: Bergamot, chamomile, lavender, melissa, neroli, eucalyptus, geranium, and/or juniper can help speed healing and relief of symptoms when applied topically to the affected areas. \n\nDiet: Eat an organic, whole foods diet and avoid potentially allergy-causing foods, especially sugar, wheat, milk, and dairy products, including yogurt. Also avoid excess consumption of fruit, especially citrus and sour, as these foods may aggravate symptoms. \n\nFlower Essences: Rescue Remedy® for accompanying stress, and Rescue Remedy Cream® on the affected areas. \n\nHerbs: Herbal remedies such as cleavers, nettle, yellowdock, or red clover tea or tinctures may be very effective. They are often combined with relaxing herbs such as chamomile, linden flowers, or skullcap. One combination would be equal parts of cleavers, nettle, and chamomile drunk as an infusion three times a day. A stronger mixture combines the tinctures of figwort, burdock, and cleavers in equal parts; take one teaspoon of this mixture three times a day. \n\nTo alleviate itching, bathe affected areas of your body with lukewarm or cold chickweed infusion. For cracked, dry, or painful skin, use a salve made from calendula flowers and St. John`s wort leaves. \n\nGoldenseal applied externally may also be helpful. \n\nHomeopathy:Dulcamara, Rhus tox., Sulfur, Arsen alb., and Graphites, taken alone or in combination with each other can help speed healing. Petroleum and Psorinum are also effective homeopathic remedies, but must be taken alone. \n\nHydrotherapy: Hydrotherapy is the application of water, ice, steam and hot and cold temperatures to maintain and restore health. Treatments include full body immersion, steam baths, saunas, sitz baths, colonic irrigation and the application of hot and/or cold compresses. Hydrotherapy is effective for treating a wide range of conditions and can easily be used in the home as part of a self-care program. Many Naturopathic Physicians, Physical Therapists and Day Spas use Hydrotherapy as part of treatment. I suggest several at-home hydrotherapy treatments. \n\nJuice Therapy: The following juice combinations can help speed healing: black currant and red grapes; carrot, beet, spinach, cucumber, and parsley; and wheat grass juice.\n\nNutritional Supplementation: Vitamin A and GLA (gamma-linolenic acid), an omega-6 essential fatty acid found in high quantities in evening primrose oil, have both been shown to improve the symptoms of eczema. Vitamin E. Other useful supplements for preventing and reversing eczema include vitamin B complex, vitamin B6, vitamin E, magnesium, and zinc.\n\nTopical Treatment: Apply evening primrose oil directly to cracked and sore areas of the skin. A topical paste made from ginkgo and licorice root extract has also been shown to improve eczema symptoms.\n\nAlternative Professional Care\nIf your symptoms persist despite the above measures, seek the help of a qualified health professional. The following professional care therapies have all been shown to be useful for treating and relieving the symptoms of eczema: Acupuncture, Ayurveda, Biofeedback Training, Bodywork (Acupressure, Shiatsu, Reflexology), Detoxification Therapy, Energy
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The first goal is to identify whether food allergy is involved. Studies show that nearly ninety percent of people with eczema are allergic to one or more of seven foods: milk, egg, peanut, wheat, cod, catfish, and cashews. Another study found that milk, eggs, and peanuts accounted for roughly eighty-one percent of all cases of eczema. Yet another study found that sixty percent of people with severe eczema had an allergic reaction to one or two foods including eggs, cow's milk, peanut, fish, wheat, or soybean.\n\nTo discover if you have a food allergy, use the elimination diet and challenge method. Keep away from the most common allergens for a period of at least ten days. Also avoid artificial colors and preservatives. Then reintroduce the suspected foods slowly back into the diet. If symptoms return, keep from eating the food for at least a year.\n\nExternally put Vitamin E on your skin.  Use Dr. Bronners Organic Tea Tree Oil liquid soap (make sure to dilute it first)  Use for facial cleansing and cleaning minor cuts and scrapes as well as everyday bathing.  Get this at a health food store.\n  \nIngredients: Water, Saponified Organic Coconut & Olive oils (w/ retained Glycerin), Organic Hemp Oil, Organic Jojoba Oil, Organic Tea Tree Oil, Citric Acid, Vitamin E
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(m)\n\nThe terms eczema and dermatitis are now used synonymously. They refer to a distinctive reaction pattern of the skin showing a combination of signs which depend on the duration of rash and type of eczema. \n\n\n\nHomeopathy offers very good treatment for eczema, but the approach used by homeopaths is very different from that of conventional treatment. Homeopaths usually do not give anything to apply topically. Instead they try to remove the basic disposition/sensitivity to develop such a lesion using internal medicine. This approach not only successfully removes the eczema but also removes the possibility of development of  other hypersensitivity disorders like asthma after the eczema is cured. To find the proper remedy a homeopath collects all the past medical history of the person, his/her family history, his/her physical and psychological characteristics etc. All this information helps the homeopath to find a remedy which not only will remove the eczema but will also remove the disposition to acquire such diseases. As a note of caution I would like to add here that after a proper remedy is given the eczema may occasionally ( not often) show a mild flare up. This should not worry the patient  as it is often considered a good prognostic sign by homeopaths.\n\nThere are many medicines in homeopathy that are used for this condition. ars-alb, bovista,  dulcamara, graphites, lycopodium, mezereum, peteroleum, rhus-tox, sulphur, cicuta etc are some commonly used medicines. But which medicine will work in a particular case can only be judged by a trained homeopath.
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yes you can get exzema on your feet but i strongly recomend seeing your doctor.
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The best 100% safe,natural remedy you could apply is namely the Callendula officinalis( that is Marygold) ointment.It has great potentials in healing different kind of skin problems,burnings,rashes, eczema, for dry and crooked skin, as natural anti-inflamatorry remedy.\nAnyway, when it comes to eczemas it is better at any rate the baby to be seen by a doctor.\nHave nice time!
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I use Cortisone 10 Plus.  It also has moisturizers in it.  I have been lucky this year.  Mine has not been bad at all.  I don't think there is a permanent cure for eczema.  The only thing I can suggest (since your case seems to be rather severe), is to see your doctor and have them refer you to a dermatologist.  Only a dermatologist will be able to give you the best treatment for this condition.  Thankfully, mine is very mild, but in your case, a dermatologist is the only answer.  Please see one.  You'll feel a whole lot better.
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I've found that a clay mask will make the eczema go away completely, while lotions tend to just suppress it for a short while.  You might even get good results using the mask before you have a problem.
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I know how you feel. My daughter has had eczema since she was born and she is now 10 years old. I have taken her to 8 different doctors and she has had allergy testing done also. She now has to take 3 shots per week because her allergies are so bad. Allergies do have alot to do with it but I recently took her to a childrens dermatologists at childrens hospital and she has recommended that we : 1. make her showers last for no longer thaan 5 min. 2. within 3 minutes of her getting out of the shower we put on fluocinolone acetonide "you have to have a rx for that" then put a thick layer of vasiline on top of that. 3. If the ecxems is really bad put her in wet wraps 2 times a day for about 2 or 3 days " all you need to do is get some childrens stockings, the thick ones, and wet them with warm water and squeeze them out , put them on the places that are bad, like her legs or arms, and then take a blanket out of the dryer and wrap her in it for about an hour. This may be hard for you since your child is only a  year old. 4. Put one capful of clorox in her bathwater 2 times per week. Make sure you don't leave him in there no longer than 5 minutes. All bath water and showers should just be warm not hot, hot water dries the skin out. I know this sounds like a lot but it has helped her. She still has problems but they are not as bad as they were. If you want to talk my yahoo messenger is michelle062605. Good luck and I hope that things get better for you.