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August 13, 2019October 22, 2019

What Foods Trigger Eczema Flare-Ups

Eczema (atopic dermatitis) is a fiery skin disease. It can cause itchy rashes, oozing blisters, and skin irritation. It can also cause leathery skin patches to appear on the skin. Eczema is most prevalent in babies and toddlers, but it can also act on older children and adults. Environmental and hereditary triggers may play a …

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October 25, 2018

Eczema and Coconut Oil

Most people believe that coconut oil is a magical cure for all that afflicts you, eczema include.You might have heard that coconut oil can work wonders for eczema, especially atopic dermatitis. Some people think that coconut oil can reduce eczema flare-ups, soothe inflammation, and lower the risk of infection.Since eczema is a skin problem, some …

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July 21, 2018

What is the Main Cause of Eczema?

Doctors do not know the actual reason why a person develops eczema. The most common type, atopic dermatitis, resembles an allergy. However, the skin irritation, which is more common in children rather than adults, is not an allergic reaction.The current theory is that a combination of several factors cause eczema. That includes:• Abnormal function of …

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January 30, 2018

What is the Difference between Psoriasis and Eczema?

Many people don’t know the technical differences between psoriasis and eczema. Recognizing which is which will help determine how you treat it.What is Psoriasis?A spot of white scales characterizes psoriasis. It is a chronic autoimmune condition that results in the overproduction of skin cells. The dead cells build up into silvery-white scales. The skin becomes …

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May 5, 2015May 11, 2015

Types of Eczema and their Treatments – Part 1

Eczema is the common term for any type of dermatitis. There are several skin ailments that are eczemas. Each type of eczema causes itching and redness, and some even blister, peel, or weep. Certain eczemas can affect most of the body. Contact Dermatitis This should actually be called an allergic reaction. Once you touch something, …

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