Eczema

Description

Eczema is an allergic condition that affects the skin. Another name for eczema is dermatitis. Dermatitis is inflammation of the skin. There are several different types of dermatitis, but the one people usually mean when they say eczema is atopic dermatitis. Atopic refers to a lifelong tendency to allergic conditions such as asthma and allergic rhinitis (hay fever).

Root Causes

Eczema could be aggravated by irritants like smoke, chemicals, detergents, solvents and so on. Even weather conditions could aggravate the condition. Excessive stress, heat and emotional stress also aggravates the symptoms of eczema.
Cause of eczema depends upon the type of eczema the person is suffering from. Sometimes blood circulation problem in the leg can also cause eczema. Deficiency of vitamin B6 causes eczema.

Symptoms

Usually the first symptom of eczema is intense itching.
The rash appears later. It is patchy and starts out as flaky or scaly dry skin on top of reddened, inflamed skin.
The rash itches or burns.
If it is scratched, it may ooze and become crusty, especially in young children.
In adults, the patches are more likely to be brownish, scaly, and thickened.
Some people develop red bumps or clear fluid-filled bumps that look "bubbly" and, when
cratched, add wetness to the overall appearance.
Painful cracks can develop over time.
The rash can be located anywhere on the body but is most often found on the face and on the arms and legs, particularly in creases and on hands and feet. This pattern makes sense because the face and extremities are in contact with external agents more than any other part of the body.
The itching may be so intense that it interferes with sleep.

Home Remedies

Grind, basil, one tablespoon of olive oil, two garlic cloves, salt and paper. Smear on the infected area.
Mix half a tablespoon of turmeric and half a cup of water and drink.
Eat pesto sauce: Grind basil leaves, add olive oil, garlic and some salt and pepper.
Soak your feet in vinegar and hot water (1:4) for 20 minuets, twice a day.
Dab some witch hazel with a cotton ball on the infected area several times a day.
Fill up a warm tub and add walnuts leaves in. sit in the tub for a while. Do not add anything else.
Mix half a teaspoon of turmeric to half a glass of water and drink.
Squeeze basil leaves and apply on the infected area.
Grind garlic and add the same amount of honey. Smear on the infected area, bandage and wrap with nylon before bed time. In the morning take off the bandage and clean with alcohol. Do not apply water on. Repeat and put a clean bandage.
The most important thing is to keep your feet dry. When you get out of the shower dry your feet with a hair dryer.
Wear sandals, the sun will kill the eczema.
If you wear socks make sure to change them every day.
Soak a cotton wool pad in bleach and apply on nails 5-6 times a day. After 2 weeks you will notice the difference.
Mix Red Henna with boiling water until you get a mixture, Smear on the afflicted area. Leave for 30 minutes and wash. Repeat after 3-4 hours if needed. Also can repeat after 3-4 days if you still have the eczema.
Apply watermelon peel on the eczema.

Precautions

Removing whatever is causing the allergic reaction is the easiest and most effective treatment. This may be as simple as changing your laundry detergent or as difficult as moving to a new climate or changing jobs.
Prevent dry skin by taking warm (not hot) showers rather than baths. Use a mild soap or body cleanser. Dry yourself very carefully and apply moisturizing skin lotions all over your body. Avoid lotions with fragrances or other irritating substances.
Avoid wearing tight-fitting, rough, or scratchy clothing.
Avoid scratching the rash. If you can't stop yourself from scratching, cover the area with a dressing. Wear gloves at night to minimize skin damage from scratching.
Anything that causes sweating can irritate the rash. Avoid strenuous exercise during a flare.

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