Is there an over the counter eczema cream?
try cetaphil lotion.my dermatologist recommended that for me when I was first diagnosed with eczema 4 years ago and continue to use it.and if you buy the lotion,you might as well buy the Cetaphil body soap as well.another product is Eucerin.it's a great calming lotion for dry itchy skin and is good for eczema.use it daily.and you should see results.other products are aveeno products like the Aveeno calming cream that comes in a little tube.it works great.take care and goodluck.
I'm using Triamcinolone cream for my eczema. How long will it take to make it go away?
I'm using it 2x per day. How long do you think it will be before the rash is gone?
It appeared last Winter and now I have it again. I used Triamcinolone then, and it made it go away, I just forgot how long it takes to make the rash disappear. I just wanna be decent by Valentine's Day.
This is the story I hear over and over again. People hope that prescribed medications will cure eczema. They don't – they only remove symptoms for a short period of time and on the expense of burdening your body with chemicals. Eczema will return. I suggest you start educating yourself about natural methods to cure eczema and how to eliminate the root cause – weak immune system. A great article to start with can be found here:
http://www.getbest.info/natural-cure-for-eczema/
I hope this helps.
Does anyone have any experience with protopic ointment for the treatment of eczema?
It has been prescribed for my one year old.
I'm 22 and was prescribed that almost 2 years ago. DON'T USE IT. It now carries a black box warning and is too strong, esp. for a baby. I went back to my doctor after i heard about the warning, and she prescribed Aclovate. I try not to use it and just stick to washing with Dove and moisturizinig with Cetaphil. Taking an antihistamine before i go to bed also helps so that i don't scratch. That's when I would do all the damage, in my sleep. I would wake up in the morning with such raw skin. Also, to relieve broken raw skin and also just to relieve and moisturize, make a solution of half cold water and half fat free/skim milk. Use it as a splash or a cold compress. Helps esp after the shower while pores are still open. Follow up with the Cetaphil. Good Luck!
What's the permanent treatment of Eczema (skin desease)?
I have been sufferring Eczema problem for last 8 years.
Can any one give me solution to get rid of it?
I got it on hands, elbows,ears & on feet. I have fed up by this desease. I have used lots of oinments, lotions,creams or tablets of blood cleaner but in vain. Please suggest only serious and relevant advices. Thanks
1.All eczema is commonly due to allergies and dry skin combined.
2. All alergies has resistance levels. This means if you give a product today and it was OK then that does not mean that person is not allergetic to it. Tomorow the same product can trigger allergies.
3. Protiens are the source of major allergies. Try to introduce protien rich food later. Also avoid milk, potatoes, wheat, eggs (esp. whites), sea-food, food colors, artificial food favorings and nuts.
4. Keep the child away if you are cooking in your home. I found that the smell of allergy causing food also creates allergies.
5. Keep a log of daily activities including food / drinks, motion and irritations. If you keep the log it will be easier to find the problem foods.
6. Give one food for one week without switching. Start with rice and carrots or rice and broccoli (choose one). Give the same food for a week. If severe allergies are noted then remove it from diet and introduce a new one. Any one food introduced should be given continously for 1 week.
7. After giving a bath pat with a towel slightly leaving a film of water in the skin. Seal that to skin by applying thick gel like plain Vaseline. Many creams also create allergies so be careful in using creams other than plain unscented Vaseline. Also do not use the baby oil – many kids are allergic to mineral oil.
8. The allergies becomes severe if you reintroduce the same allergic food again and again but may go away if you remove it from diet for long periods like more than a month.
9. Angry and sad moods of child make the situation worse. I know that a child with eczema takes parents to the edge and many times we may become harsh. Try to keep your child happy.
10. An unconventional treatment, NAET (http://www.naet.com) worked well for my grandson. For people I have referred it did not work well since it depends a lot on the practitioner. For my granddaughter we did not take treatment since we knew a lot about eczema and could control it well.
11. It is late to tell you but it is best to introduce the solids a little late to kids with eczema.
12. If your child has severe itch, ask him/her to scratch using the back of the nails by scratching backwards (in the opposite direction of normal scratch). You can also scratch him like that. Less damage occurs by scratching reverse.
Self-care
To help reduce itching and soothe inflamed skin, try these self-care measures:
* Try to identify and avoid triggers that worsen the inflammation. Rapid changes of temperature, sweating and stress can worsen the condition. Avoid direct contact with wool products, such as rugs, bedding and clothes, as well as harsh soaps and detergents.
* Apply an anti-itch cream or calamine lotion to the affected area. A nonprescription hydrocortisone cream, containing at least 1 percent hydrocortisone, can temporarily relieve the itch. A nonprescription oral antihistamine, such as diphenhydramine (Benadryl, others), may be helpful if itching is severe.
* Avoid scratching whenever possible. Cover the itchy area if you can't keep from scratching it. Trim nails and wear gloves at night.
* Apply cool, wet compresses. Covering the affected area with bandages and dressings can help protect the skin and prevent scratching.
* Take a comfortably cool bath. Sprinkle the bath water with baking soda, uncooked oatmeal or colloidal oatmeal — a finely ground oatmeal that is made for the bathtub (Aveeno, others).
* Choose mild soaps without dyes or perfumes. Be sure to rinse the soap completely off your body.
* Moisturize your skin. Use an oil or cream to seal in moisture while your skin is still damp from a bath or shower. Pay special attention to your legs, arms, back and the sides of your body. If your skin is already dry, consider using a lubricating cream.
* Use a humidifier. Hot, dry indoor air can parch sensitive skin and worsen itching and flaking. A portable home humidifier or one attached to your furnace adds moisture to the air inside your home. Portable humidifiers come in many varieties. Choose one that meets your budget and any special needs. And be sure to keep your humidifier clean to ward off bacteria and fungi.
* Wear cool, smooth-textured cotton clothing. Avoid clothing that's rough, tight, scratchy or made from wool. This will help you avoid irritation. Also, wear appropriate clothing in hot weather or during exercise to prevent excessive sweating.
Please see the web page for more details on Eczema and Nambudripad's Allergy Elimination Techniques.
What are some of the common food allergies that cud cause baby eczema (breastfeeding 4 month old)?
Milk protein from cow's milk. This was my pediatrician's first guess when my son got eczema at 2 months old. The only way to find out is to remove all cow's milk products from your diet, including anything that includes casein or whey. It takes about 2 weeks for any residuals to get out of your system.
Lots of things other than food allergies can cause eczema though. For my son it was actually a dog allergy.