Loading…

Frequent hand washing in last year rises Eczema...

Frequent hand washing in last year rises Eczema...
In this pandemic we all started following good habit of hand hygiene, frequent hand wash and sanitizing. It is the best way to keep ourselves protected from covid 19 infection. But some people with underlying condition of eczema finding it challenging to keep themselves safe from covid while keeping their eczema under control.
Frequent washing of hands and using sanitizer makes skin more dry and more irritated.
You can keep eczema away even though you are washing hands frequently...
Know how you can....

What is Eczema?
Eczema is a common skin disorder that affects all ages. Also called as atopic dermatitis and it is marked by itchy and inflamed patches of skin.
 

Signs and symptoms:

• Atopic dermatitis (eczema) signs and symptoms vary widely from person to person and include:
• Itchy, dry, rough, flakey, inflamed, and irritated skin. It can flare up, subside, and then flare up again.
• Itching, which may be severe, especially at night
• Small, raised bumps, which may leak fluid and crust over when scratched
• Thickened, cracked, scaly skin
• Raw, sensitive, swollen skin from scratching
• Eczema can occur anywhere but usually affects the arms, inner elbows, backs of the knees, or head (particularly the cheeks and the scalp). It’s not contagious.

Common triggers of eczema flare-ups may include:

• Stress
• synthetic clothing
• temperature changes, like cold and dry weather
• food allergies
• chemical found in cleaning material and detergents
• sudden drop in humidity
• animal dander
• upper respiratory infections
• What are the risk factors of eczema?
• Several factors can increase your risk of developing eczema.
• Eczema is more common in children who suffer from asthma or hay fever, or adults who develop these conditions later, usually before the age of 30.
• People with family members who have eczema are also at higher risk of developing the condition.

How do I know if I have eczema?
Visit your doctor they may help you by assessing your signs and symptoms. They might ask you to do some tests.

Some simple tips for Eczema:

• Use only gentle soaps for bathing and washing hands
• Use moisturizer immediately after bath or washing hands.
• Moisturize your skin at least twice a day
• Try to identify and avoid triggers that worsen the condition.
• Take shorter baths or showers
• Many people with eczema report feeling embarrassed and self-conscious about their skin. Receiving proper treatment and getting stress under control can help calm symptoms. Support groups can also help people cope.
• Vigorous exercise can be difficult for people with eczema because sweating can bring on a bout of itching. Dress in layers so you can cool down while exercising. You may also want to avoid intense physical activity during an eczema flare-up.

Ayurveda and Eczema:
The signs and symptoms of Eczema is well explained in Ayurveda under ‘VICHARCHIKA'.
To treat eczema, it is essential to have the guidance of a skilled practitioner who can tailor an herbal and dietary program specific to your individual needs. Not all cases can be treated or respond to treatment in the same way.
A progressively cleaner diet may be necessary to promote the healing process and allow proper digestion of food (to avoid further accumulating toxins in the body) along with the unique cleansing therapies like Panchakarma for deep detoxification.
Stress management program that would include shirodhara, yoga and meditation to strengthen the body while calming your mind. 
Abhyangam(ayurveda massage) helps you to reduce dryness of skin. 
There are some beautiful herbs and topical herbal oils which can help in Eczema. 
If your eczema already flared and you need help to get it under control. We are here to help.
Want to discuss more, contact us at Ayurmelbourne on 0458430849 or email ayurmelbourne09@gmail.com