By Tiffany Tseng. May 7th 2016 Have you ever had a red, itchy rash that does not go away? Chances are, it may be eczema. While mild eczema is not life threatening, it may be extremely uncomfortable with an itch. Symptoms usually vary depending on the individual, and may include dry, scaly, red and itchy skin. If left untreated, constant scratching may lead to bleeding, crusting, or broken skin open to possible infection. It is usually easily diagnosed by doctors by a physical check-up, and most of the time, does not require biopsies or additional testing. According to the National Eczema Association, the term "eczema" is a general term used to describe dermatitis and can be interchangeably used. Although it comes in many forms, eczema mostly describes a dry skin condition that may be relieved by moisturizers and emollients. This skin condition is not contagious, so you cannot pass it on to other people or catch them from someone else. A specific cause for eczema has yet to be identified. Many believe that this skin condition is attributed to a combination of factors that include: Many of these factors are still speculation, with further research needed to confirm a specific … Continue reading →

Latest Articles About Eczema 7 Foods that Cause Eczema Eczema may be caused by a wide range of factors, including foods. Avoiding some foods can prevent the occurrence of eczema in some cases, but when the eczema is hereditary, the food you eat has very little to do with the outbreaks. Learning what foods can trigger eczemas is essential. 1. Dairy Produ ... Continue Reading 7 Foods that Cause Eczema Eczema may be caused by a wide range of factors, including foods. Avoiding some foods can prevent the occurrence of eczema in some cases, but when the eczema is hereditary, the food you eat has very little to do with the outbreaks. Learning what foods can trigger eczemas is ... Continue Reading 4 Natural Remedies to Soothe Eczema Outbreaks Eczema is a condition in which the skin becomes irritated, flaky and uncomfortable. Seen in children as well as in adults, this condition's cause is unknown, making its treatment difficult. Though many patients will use steroids, both topical and oral, in order to manage the eczema outbreaks, those ... Continue Reading 4 Natural Remedies to Soothe Eczema Outbreaks Eczema is a condition in which the skin becomes irritated, flaky and uncomfortable. … Continue reading →

Did you know that the skin is the largest and fastest-growing organ in the body?1 It holds fluids in, keeps harmful microbes out and balances your body temperature, and even plays a crucial role in vitamin D production from sun exposure.2 There is no doubt that it is one of your bodys most important organs. Unfortunately, there are many conditions that can affect your skin health. One example is eczema, a disorder that makes your skin red, itchy and scaly.3 Whats interesting is that it is more common today than it has ever been before. Scientists believe this is due to a direct connection between a parents health conditions in this specific area and their childs.4 Eczema usually appears in the first 6 months up to 5 years of a childs life. Infants typically develop it on their face, often affecting the cheeks and chin. Yet, it can appear on any part of the body and the symptoms may differ from one child to another. In most cases, the symptoms will go away as a child grows older, but some children will continue to suffer from it into adulthood. However, adults can also develop this condition suddenly.5 If you think … Continue reading →