Skin
Keep Up Your Medications
Very often when someone has a medical condition and they are prescribed medication, they take that medication until the symptoms go away and then assume they're cured. They then stop taking the medication, even if the doctor has said to use up the entire course of treatment. Many conditions are also chronic meaning they'll return once the medication is stopped.
If you've been prescribed medication for your dermatitis, it's important to keep up with your doctor's recommendations regarding the use of ... Read More »
Use The Right Cleansers
Have you been told that if you have dermatitis then you should never use a cleanser or soap of any type on that area of the skin? You may have tried a few different types of soaps and have noticed that they're actually somewhat painful on your skin as well as making the problem worse. The key here is to use the right product for areas with dermatitis so that the skin can be clean but not irritated. This rule ... Read More »
Dermatologist
Last but not least, if you have dermatitis or any type of unexplained and chronic rash, see a dermatologist! You can and certainly should try to address these cases on your own but a doctor's intervention can often be warranted in many cases. You may hesitate to use a prescription on your skin but often these products are designed specifically for dermatitis cases and can offer much relief.
It's important to remember that untreated, severe cases of dermatitis can cause scarring, ... Read More »
Protecting The Skin
How often do you wear gloves when you clean the house, color your hair, or do anything else that involves chemicals? Do you wear sunscreen on a regular basis and keep your skin covered when out in the harsh winter weather?
The skin is a living, breathing organ that is affected by many outside factors. Exposure to chemicals and other irritants can cause dermatitis and irritate and cases already present. If you have patches of dermatitis on any spots on the ... Read More »
Use The Right Products
Walk into any pharmacy or beauty supply store and you'll see shelf after shelf, even aisle after aisle of skincare products and cleansers. They all have nice sounding promises when it comes to cleaning the skin, moisturizing the skin, clearing up acne, and so on. Not all of them live up to their own hype and not all are even safe for your sensitive skin!
Soap itself, no matter the ingredients, will dry the skin since it will remove protective oils ... Read More »
Exercise
Why is exercise so important for your skin's health? You may have noticed that those who exercise regularly seem to have skin that looks healthier and this isn't a coincidence. Exercise is probably one of the best things you can do for your skin other than drinking water.
The topmost surface of the skin does not have blood vessels in it; this is why you can get a tiny cut or scratch and not always bleed. However skin is nourished through ... Read More »
Light Therapy
Skin absorbs light and actually goes through a chemical process when exposed to light. You may already realize this, seeing your skin change color when exposed to sunlight for prolonged periods of time. While sunlight itself can be damaging to the skin, there are other forms of light that actually help skin and dermatitis as well.
UVA is mostly used, but UVB and Narrow Band UVB are also used. It's important to understand the differences and to be sure that your ... Read More »
For Itch Relief
Treating the dermatitis itself is very important, but getting some relief from the itching while dealing with it is also important. The tendency to scratch skin can mean that it breaks easily and this can lead to infections and other problems. Not to mention the fact that itchy skin is just so annoying!
When over the counter moisturizers don't offer enough relief, a doctor may recommend an antihistamine, menthol, or a form of hydrochloride. These elements can cool the skin and ... Read More »
Other Forms of Dermatitis
There are other forms of dermatitis, any of which you may personally be afflicted with. Common forms of this condition include:
Childhood eczema; in infants this is often called "cradle cap" because it often presents on the scalp. Sometimes this is the result of a food allergy but may often occur because skin's oil glands are not fully functioning during infancy. Irritating products such as shampoos and caps can also dry the skin and cause this irritation.
Urticaria is also known as ... Read More »
Dyshidrotic Dermatitis(Dyshidrosis)
Dyshidrosis is a type of dermatitis that is characterized by small blisters on the hands or feet. It typically recurs on a regular basis and presents with not just blisters but also scaling and flaking of the surrounding area.
This condition is unfortunately chronic for those who suffer from it, but that doesn't mean there are no treatment options. Those with the condition simply need to understand that they usually need to continue with their treatment schedule rather than thinking that ... Read More »