Category Archives: Eczema

Known as "the itch that rashes," eczema can be a huge pain. Eczema, also referred to as atopic dermatitis, is a skin condition that is most commonly associated with a red, itchy rash Continue reading →

There is no cure for atopic eczema, but treatments can ease the symptoms. Many children find their symptoms naturally improve as they get older Continue reading →

Eczema is a chronic inflammatory skin condition, characterized by dry skin, with patches that are red and intensely itchy. Continue reading →

Author: A/Prof Amanda Oakley, Dermatologist, Hamilton, New Zealand, 1997. Updated July 2014. Discoid eczema is a common type of eczema/dermatitis, in which there are scattered, roundish plaques of eczema Continue reading →

What is eczema? The words eczema (which comes from the Greek word meaning to boil) and dermatitis (meaning inflammation of the skin) are often used interchangeably to describe several conditions that cause the skin to become dry, itchy, inflamed or irritated Continue reading →

I get quite a few questions about skin problems like eczema and psoriasis. Im not a dermatologist by any means, but I have had some personal experience with eczema (in myself and family) and have found some natural remedies that are helpful so I wanted to share. I feel it is important to note that all of the topical remedies in the world didnt help us until we addressed the underlying problem, specifically: diet and lifestyle factors that were causing/contributing to the eczema to begin with. Continue reading →

Having eczema is no fun, to say the least, but getting eczema on the face is a little worse, as the face is the first part of the body that other people see and impressions are often made based on that. Continue reading →

I previously discussed the power of fruits and vegetables to help prevent and treat asthma and allergies. If adding a few more servings of fruits and vegetables may help asthma, what about a diet centered on plants? Twenty patients with allergic eczema were placed on a vegetarian diet Continue reading →

Joanne knew it was time for a change but didnt know where to begin. After suffering with eczema on her elbows, knees, and face for over a dozen years, she just couldnt handle the almost constant itching any longer Continue reading →

This is part II of the Mirena Awareness Petition. As promised, the original petition has been closed and sent to the appropriate authorities at the FDA, as well as the media. We feel that it is important to keep this petition going, so we will continue collecting your signatures and your stories Continue reading →