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I’ve seen a number of dermatologists and I’m convinced they know nothing about eczema. Everything I have ever been prescribed has made it worse. Atopic Eczema would suggest that your skin is sensitive to certain substances that are very common in the modern world. Things your skin is probably allergic to. There are some minor lifestyle changes you can try to make things better, assuming you have not done so already.

First, check your laundry detergent. Make sure it is free of dyes and fragrances as these may irritate sensitive skin. If you wash your bedding and clothing in something you are allergic to, it will make your eczema much worse. Second, check your skin care products for dyes and fragrances as well. Women should use hypo-allergenic make-up. Third, don’t take long or hot showers. Try to keep cool and hydrated. Heat and sweat seem to make it worse.

Many doctors think it has something to do with food; I think it depends on the person. I know if I eat too much chocolate it affects my skin. Try cutting down on junk food- this almost always helps a skin problem. Wheat is commonly said to be bad for people with eczema, I do not know how accurate this is, I usually say away from it to be on the safe side. Definitely drink lots of water- it’s always good for skin care. I’ve heard taking vitamin B12 helps, but I have not tried it myself.

Over the counter products seem to work the best. Try the Aveeno line. They have a hydro-cortisone cream specifically for eczema and it is the only thing I find that works. Use it sparingly; cortizone isn’t the best thing for your skin because it is a steroid, but it is our only option as eczema sufferers. For times between using the Aveeno cream, try Vanicream- you can get it over the counter. You have to ask the for it because they usually keep it behind the counter. Also try Aveeno oatmeal bath treatment. I even use it (the bath oatmeal) as a facial once a week or when my skin gets really bad.

Overall, the best thing to do is take care of yourself. Find out what your skin allergies are and accommodate them. Eat healthy and natural foods and drink enough water. Take your vitamins and try to stay as stress free as possible as eczema can be triggered by anxiety. Get enough sleep. Be on the look out for natural solutions- they are better for your skin than chemicals. There are many possible ‘treatments’ published online that include natural items like vinegar, oatmeal, honey, etc. You just have to try your own thing, everyone is different.

Here is the Aveeno product line:
http://www.aveeno.com/productListAction.do?pid=8000

Vanicream (and and other anti-irritant) Products:
http://www.psico.com/

Laundry Detergents:
ALL Free & Clear

For Usual Skin Care:
Moisturizer: http://www.neutrogena.com/ProductsDetails_37.asp?lProductLineID=13
Astringent: http://www.witchhazel.com/skincare_yellow.htm

A Book that you may find helpful:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/006072224X/sr=8-1/qid=1154285418/ref=pd_bbs_1/104-8907230-9292741?ie=UTF8

Good Luck!

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I’m looking for some good Natural remedies for my babies Eczema.
Adding some details.
He has some dry patchy blochies all over his chest/back, legs and arms. It is hard to see intill he bathes or wears clothes and gets hot, then it turns red. It does not seem to bother him in the least bit. I have taken him to the Doctor 4 times for the same condition and each time I get the same results. This first accured at the age or three months, around the time I moved to Japan…

The only form of holistic treatment that will cure eczema, psoriasis and other major skin problems is Homeopathy. Anything else you do will just be palliative — it may work as long as you keep using "something" and the problem will always reoccur.
Pharma. preparations that contain cortisone are known to suppress/damage your immune system, which leads to major and worse health problems in the future.
You can find a registered professional homeopathic doctor through www.homeopathy.org in the U.S. or through a professional organization in whatever country you live in. These organizations maintain a register of highly trained certified people who know what they’re doing.

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I have dry, red, flaky skin above my right eyes near my hair line on my forehead. I can’t remember how long I’ve had it but It started after I started to get a dry scalp. If their is a cream or other medication/treatment I would really like it.

You can now buy cortisone cream over the counter, it is only a low percentage. I have suffered with eczema all my life on and off, so i keep a tube of cream on hand at all times. It really will get rid of the eczma if that’s what it is. The doctor will give you a prescription that is a stronger version, and that will clear it up mega fast. My doctor says keeping hydrated by drinking lots of water is very important, and he’s right, that also helps heaps.

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Our family doctor prescribed hydrocortisone for my daughter (she’s 3 going on 4 in January) to treat her eczema. She gets it quite badly about 2x per year – on her arms, legs and sometimes on her stomach. The pharmacist just cautioned me about not using the hydrocortisone too much on her – why would that be? Is it a steroid?

She gets it twice a year – probably when the big changes in weather come. This is a trigger for eczema.

My son was the same way and at the time he was an infant/toddler we had an "older" ped who was wonderful. he said all of the expensive skin creams in the world – nothing is better than good old fashioned vasoline. Take a big glop while she is standing in the bath and then let her play for 5-10. Of course, stay close to make sure she is sitting as the tub gets slippery. When she gets out gently dry her off (don’t rub as it irritates skin conidtions). Cortisone is helpful but can lead to think skin, white patches on the skin and photosensitivity so try Vasoline first. Worked wonders for us and others I know

Keep an eye on her as she grows for allergies and asthma as they almost always go hand in hand with ecxema.

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My daughter is now 9 months old. She’s had severe eczema since she was born. For many months we struggled with remedies that had little to no effect. It became worse and worse. Our G.P. had her try a steroid ointment, Hydro cortisone .1%. It also had little to no effect. After months of her suffering through our attempts, we took her to the Sick Kids Hospital of Toronto, Ontario. The Doctors there were amazing and within HOURS her eczema was cleared up and is still controlled to this day. What my doctor had tried was on the right road but not quite there…. what they prescribed was three short baths a day and two separate steroid ointments. Hydro cortisone at .1% for her face and Betamethisone at .05% for her body, all sealed in with a layer of Vaseline. What made the difference was the ointment versus the cream… it has to do with the water content.Now I know that many people are concerned with using the steroid ointments. I was informed that as long as there is a need for them within the system that it does not cause any problems. I only trust these doctors after speaking to MANY. So, parents, please take my experience and help your babies. I’ve done the field work, please reap the rewards. Now at 9 months old, she’s been on the regiment for 5 months her eczema is completely controlled and she is finally starting to grow out of it. She has only one bath a day and I only do her face when she needs it, every two days or so and her back and body once a week or whenever there’s irritation. I really wanted to share this info with other parents out there who are struggling with this. There were no unanswered questions I could post on though! As a side note, some doctors recommend anti-histamines at night to help with irritation and inflammation occurring over night…. tricky stuff, you don’t want the wee ones becoming used to the sedation as a means to fall asleep.

I hope this information finds its way to those who need it.
A few other points
-my GP thought it was food related, found out this is not possible. KEEP THEM ON THE BREAST.
-cologne and perfume are HUGE irritants.My daughter can not kiss daddy after he’s shaved
-Heat also irritates her.
When an irritant is present I can quite litterally watch her skin react.
If your child is at all similar, please take the advice and help them. It’s made all the difference in the world.
Do not worry about diet. It does not effect the condition. Also, perfumes of any kind are a no-no. As mentioned, perfumes of any kind effect her immediately, be forwarned, parents. Breathable fabrics are also a must. Those lovely fluffy sleepers and blankets are nice to look at but the polyester is a huge irritant.
I have not noticed a reaction when she is emotional. She is a VERY relaxed child, though. So that could be why. Even at her worst, when she was scabbed all over her face and head, she was not overly bothered by it. We handled her scratching with mittens for a couple of months until she needed to start using her hands…. and yes, Sick Kids is absolutely amazing.
To be brutally honest, I brought this information because I tried all the "home remedies" I found on the internet and for severe eczema they do not work at all. This regime is for babies who who are covored in sores and are suffering. Sorbeline is a great treatment for mild cases. Honey I’m not too sure about. I just want parents out there looking for a solution, to see this testimony…. I’ve done the work for you, as has my daughter testing the home remidies and over-the-counter products. For SEVERE baby eczema, don’t even waste your time. Take this information to your GP if they have not found the solution and ask.

Zyrtec isn’t that bad and helps retard the migration of eosinophils, thus lowering the risk of asthma and other allergies by reducing inflammation (first link – research article).

Have you tried baths with plain bath salts (like Dead Sea salts)? Those baths seem to help my son’s eczema. Certainly there is plenty of evidence that both softened water or bleach baths are helpful, just the bleach baths need further studies and you need the right directions for doing them. We compromise by offering sea salt baths.

As for the steroid treatments, yes it’s steroids and yes over use is associated with thinned out skin – especially the ones by prescription. But as a biochemist I will assure you that the large molecules can not travel very far beyond the local area applied and will not effect her endocrine system or liver at all, it’s only local so do use them to help when it’s bad. You don’t want a child with a skin infection, babies and children have been known to scratch down to blood vessels and bone when sleeping because of the itch of infection.

OH yeah, does she also have a reaction when she’s very emotional? My youngest does, I can see it move on his skin, totally weird.

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