How do you improve skin affected by eczema?
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You may have a genetic or in-born susceptability to eczema but it does not mean it cannot be cured.\n\nI suffered from eczema last year and look at what it did to my face.\n\nhttp://www.eczemacure.info/article/articleview/49/1/7\n\nMy son is suffering from eczema in his toes right now.\n\nThe best way to fight eczema is to clean or strengthen your body's cleaning mechanisms: Colon Cleanse, Kidney Cleanse, Liver Cleanse.\n\nAlso stop taking foods and drinks that are toxic to humans: junk food, junk drinks, convenience foods.\n\nEat and drink fresh, clean vegetables and fruits.
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Vitamin C to help boost your immune system.  Meditation to help de-stress.  Exfoliation adn lotions to help the affected areas.  I like Eucerin, you can see it working quickly <also Wal-Mart makes a generic version of the same cream that works just as well and costs A LOT less>.
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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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Well you can purchase some cocoa butter cream and start rubbing that on the areas. Drink more water and in time they will blend with your skin.
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Does benadryl help> Maybe eczema, not the worse thing in the world, just dry skin irritates it........I have to take mineral oil baths.
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No there is no known cure for eczema, all you can do is treat it.\n\nGenerally, eczema, or dermatitis, as it sometimes called, is a collection of skin conditions that can affect people of all ages. The milder form is characterized by dry, hot, and itchy skin, but in the more severe form, the skin becomes cracked and has been known to bleed. Eczema, while not contagious, can be an embarrassment to the unfortunate individual. Some conventional treatments can cause the skin to be less inflamed, but the skin is prone to additional flare-ups from time to time.  \nThe various forms of eczema, while similar, have different causes, therefore, different treatments. The initial step should be to contact a dermatologist to conduct a diagnosis. \n \nEczema Types  \n\nThe most common of all eczemas is Atopic and has been linked with asthma and hay fever. People of all ages can be affected, but there seems to be a trend for it within some families. A common symptom is itchiness that can become very uncomfortable. The skin has an overall dryness, can become very red, and highly inflamed. Persistent scratching only worsens the condition and can cause skin infections. If infected, the skin can weep and have cracks in it. Skin hydration must be maintained. Emu oil, one of nature's most effective emollients, can be used for both skin hydration and to reduce inflammation. Another benefit from using emu oil is that it is anti-bacterial and may help greatly in preventing any skin infections.\nQuestions that are often asked about eczema \n\n1) How important is diet? Experienced eczema sufferers know to avoid the food allergens that effect them. Until these allergens are found and avoided, controlling eczema is highly unlikely. Remember the foods that causes eczema outbreaks and refrain from eating them again. Taking emu oil gel caps can help by increasing the amount of Omega-3 and linolenic acid in your system. Both of these substances are known to help in skin repair.\n\n2) What methods should be used in cleaning the skin?  Keeping the skin clean and bacteria free as possible is advisable to all people, but is very important to sufferers of eczema. Conventional commercial soaps may be too harsh for the sensitive skin and should be shunned. The collection of emu oil based soaps from Featherstone are gentle and will not dry out the skin when bathing. In fact, the skin is left feeling soft and moist even after the bath. A post-bath application of an emu oil product will help keep the skin hydrated.\n\n3) Can clothing contribute to eczema outbreaks? Most certainly, some people are bothered by wool, nylon, polyester, and other fibers. Cotton seems to be non-irritating and should be used where possible. Pay attention to the detergents used in laundering your clothes since some of the ingredients found in laundry soaps and fabric softeners have dyes that can irritate the skin.\n\n4) What can be done about the terrible itching? It is not possible to ignore the need to scratch the itches of eczema. There is a danger of infection if the hands are not kept clean and bacteria buildup occurs under the nails. Topical products from Featherstone should ease the itching, thus reducing the chances of further skin damage. Some patients keep a small bottle of emu oil with them during the day and then use Neemu™  or Skin Therapy at home. \n\n5) Can diet supplements work for eczema? There is some evidence that Vitamin E will give some additional therapy since it helps with skin healing. However, more evidence points to emu oil as being very effective in skin repair and should not be overlooked as a diet supplement. Gel caps containing emu oil are available and should be considered in your treatment plan. Emu oil contains Omega-3, Omega-6, and linolenic acids. It is believed that eczema is a symptom of Omega-3 fatty acid deficiency. Neem capsules can be taken with the emu oil gel caps with no side effects. \n\n \n \nTreatment Tips  \n\nTreatments for eczema are lik
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I feel your pain! Here is the plan of action I have taken to heal my eczema as much as possible. \n\n1) Go to your family doctor and get a recommendation for an allergist (if you don't already have one).\n2) Get allergy tests done, especially a patch test, which tests to see what chemicals you are allergic to. You may be surprised of what things you are coming into contact with that you are allergic to. For me, it was fragrance.\n3) From your allergist, get a recommendation for a dermatologist. My allergist's solutions for my eczema were very temporary and honestly, not that helpful. \n\nMy dermatologist was amazing in helping me work on my eczema. I was prescribed 2 different topicals for my face and body. For my face, it was Cutivate, and for my body it was Dermatop.  The Dermatop worked wonders. Now that the sores and redness are healed up, I moisturize every day after I get out of the shower. Keeping your skin moist is essential in preventing future itchiness. I use Cetaphil cleanser and cream because it is hypo-allergenic and free of skin irritants. It is more expensive than typical cleansers (about $7-$9 a tub or bottle) but the cream lasts for a long time. It is also available at Wal-Mart, so it doesn't have to be purchased online. (BTW my Wal-Mart is not a SuperCenter, so it shouldn't be too hard to find).  Avoid any irritants.  The best tip I can give for you is to moisturize.. I can't stress it anymore! My eczema is at least 95% gone now. I'm still fighting a patch on my foot, but feet usually take longer to heal. I wish you the best of luck! It can get better!
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If you live in America, you can get this at drug store:\n\nCortaid Extra Strength Spray. \n\n(the cream didn't work for me, but the spray is fantastic) Better yet, have some allergy tests done and relieve the misery as soon as you can. I hate eczema and suffered with it for many years. Much luck to you.
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Doctors say there is no cure for it. There are creams and ointments to help control eczema, such as Fluocinonide, which is an ointment consisting of White Petrolatum, Castor Oil and Sorbitan Sesquioleate. I find this to be very helpful. If you don't have a prescribed medication, I would suggest that you apply petroleum jelly to help keep the area from drying out.
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A new study shows promise for an all-natural, external treatment \nthat can bring relief for eczema: vitamin B12 in a cream \nform. The B-complex has always had a reputation as a skin \nhealer, so this isn't particularly shocking news. But often, \nwhat works in one form -- such as supplements or shots -- \ndoesn't always work topically. \n\nA persistent, itchy, uncomfortable rash of many origins, \neczema can drive sufferers to distraction, particularly in the \nwinter months. While eczema is often linked with allergies, \nthe winter weather can exacerbate the condition. The most \ncommon topical prescribed is corticosteroids, which can have \nnegative side effects, especially over time. Having an \nalternative to relieve the itching and start healing the skin \nwill be a welcome change for many. \n\nThe best news, however, might be that you don't need a \nprescription -- vitamin B12 cream can be readily found as an \nover-the-counter or on-the-internet option. \n\nOf course, if you struggle with eczema on a regular basis and \ndon't know the cause, a visit to a nutritionally oriented \nphysician would still help. The vitamin B12 cream offers \nrelief, but diagnosis of the cause and a treatment plan that \nmight eliminate your eczema over time is still preferable. \n\nDr. Wright has long advised that your skin's good health is \nmore of a result of what you put inside your body than what \nyou slather on topically. But while you're working on the \nother aspects triggering your eczema, getting some extra \nrelief in the form of vitamin B12 cream certainly can't hurt.
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is it eczema? that is what my kids have. They have to take Elidel. It's prescripted by a doctor.  go to the website....http://www.Elidel.com
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Drink more water, switch to moisturizing soaps and get an extra strength hand moisturizer.\n\nDid I mention drink more water? And, oh yeah water is good too. ;)
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use Vitamin E enriched creams or lotions. Vitamin E helps in reducing stretch marks.
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Maybe you have exema (spelling?) \nCould be that the eczema, exema is affected by hormone levels. Just a guess.
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Eczema is normaly due to some sort of allergies. Food allergies are the most likely cause. There are a number of natural treatments for this condition one of them is using the essential oil of "Lavender" make sure the oil is all natural and Therapeutic grade. A good oil will cost around $15 - $20 for 15ml anything cheeper will have been cut with other chemicals. also check chemicals in soaps and shampoos which can cause irratation to the skin and result in said condition.
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Rub vitamin E oil in small concentric circles into your skin and do this everyday for a month and you should see noticeable improvement.  Also in the meantime eat more fruit and vegetables and stop eating fried foods and drinking sodas, Drink Water!
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no!!!! dont scrub it. what you need to do is after the shower, lotion the areas with a non scented lotion and let it air dry completely. it will dry out the red patches which will flake off. sounds gross but i have eczema and have had severe patches for years. also to dry it out quicker try a salt water mixture and sprinkle it on the patches and air dry. also go see a dermatologist to recieve meds. if your condition is a severe one like mine they will prescribe a steroid cream to use. that works wonders for me. i know stress trigures a lot of my breakouts so, stay stress free. hard to do in the holiday season but it is needed. moisturize tons and stay away from greasy fatty foods. hope this helps you!