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If you are suffering from eczema, then there are lots of things that can help you in curing the itch and burn. You can turn to OTCs, natural or herbal products, your very own home remedies. But one thing, today, holds true – there is no cure for atopic dermatitis (eczema). Though you don't need to worry as eczema tends to fade in time. Treatment can only help you by preventing outbreaks and relieving you of its discomfort. Here are some popular ways on how to combat the itching and burning on your skin brought about by eczema: Avoid – Exposing yourself to detergents, solvents, temperature changes (especially dry air), jewelry with nickel content, dyed tissue paper, tight fitting clothes, tobacco smoke, places where pollens and dust mites are present, food preservatives, food that are derived from yeast, deodorants, excessive bathing as these factors can aggravate your condition. Be especially observant to avoid these things if you have a baby that may be suseptible to itchy burning skin. Hydrate – As eczema is dry and itchy, treatments are often associated with things that moisturize the skin. Daily baths that are either too hot or too cold can worsen it, as well as not bathing at all. Baths should be taken with lukewarm water. Using ordinary soap can also dry the skin, so it's better to use a moisturizing soap, colloidal oatmeal, or you can use grease (Eucerin, Keri, Luderm Lotion, or Moisturel) to maintain moisture while cleaning your skin with soap. Bathing longer than 15 minutes should also be avoided as it can also dry your skin. Emollients such as lotions, creams and ointments, is also a big part in the day to day battle with eczema. Emollients usually vary from their lipid content. Lipid content in lotions are the lowest, fair in creams, and are more prevalent in ointments. The difference would be is the higher the lipid content is, the better and longer it stays on the skin. Though the higher lipid content a product has, the messier it looks on your skin. Ideally, emollients are used 2-3 times a day, or if you feel that your skin is drying up. OTCs – Topical emollients with cortizone are the usual prescription if you have eczema. 0.05% Hydrocortizone is the mildest amongst cortizones. 0.05% Hyrdocortizone is available over the counter, and it won't hurt you. It controls sever flares of eczema. It is advisable that you use these stronger cortizone creams as they can cause serious side effects. Antihistamines can also help you reduce severe itching by blocking histamines from getting to swollen skin cells. Though a bit of precaution on using these as it can make you drowzy. You don't want to use antihistamines and drive. Calamine lotions are also good for rashes that ooze and need drying out. When buying calamine lotions, choose the ones with menthol or phenol as these help ease the itch and burn better. All Natural – Here are some all natural remedies for you: Cut a lemon in half and rub it on the affected part, squeeze and make sure juice comes out. It may sting a little, so be a little easy if you can't take pain. After rubbing, apply olive oil. Rubbing virgin coconut oil every couple of hours can also relieve you from the itching and burning. A final word, always consult your physician. You may be suffering from another disease that may look like eczema, like Discoid Lupus, that may have a different set of treatment methods. Now that you know how to ease your itchy burning skin, you can enjoy your life without the scratching and discomfort. |
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