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does milk can cure allergies in sea foods?
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No, milk is not a "cure" for any allergy. Currently there is no known cure for seafood allergies, or any other food allergy for that matter.
The only thing you can do is avoid the foods you are allergic to. If you do happen to have an allergic reaction, you can only treat the symptoms, usually with epinephrine injection, (EpiPen) or antihistamines.
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Tuesday, November 30, 2010
Symptoms and Treatment of Dairy Allergies
If you think you may have a dairy allergy, you are not alone. A growing number of people are realizing that they are allergic to common foods. But what exactly is a dairy allergy?
An allergy occurs when the body mistakenly identifies a substance as harmful. In an effort to protect itself from what it perceives as a foreign body, it releases an antibody called immunoglobulin E (IgE). This sets off the allergic reaction. In the case of milk, the substances in question are the proteins casein and whey,
Symptoms of an allergic reaction may include rashes, hives, difficulty breathing, wheezing, abdominal pain, cramping, diarrhea and vomiting. In some cases, there may also be blood in the stool. When the allergic reaction is severe, anaphylactic shock can occur. If medical attention isn’t provided rapidly, this can be fatal.
It is important to realize that a dairy allergy is not the same thing as lactose intolerance. Intolerances occur when the body lacks the proper enzyme to break down a substance in the small intestine. Since it can’t break it down, it is pushed on through to the large intestine. This is what causes the bloating, gas, cramping, nausea and diarrhea. In the case of lactose intolerance, the body doesn’t have proper amounts of lactase.
Young children are more likely to have food allergies, including an allergy to dairy products. Thankfully, most outgrow their allergy and can go on to eat the foods without a problem. It is believed that only 2 to 2.5 percent of adults have true food allergies.
Another group with a higher risk of dairy allergies is those that have close family members with food allergies. Because of this, pediatricians often recommend treating young children as if they do have the allergy if their parents or siblings have it.
Many food allergies are diagnosed after patients begin keeping a food diary. This can help you associate your symptoms with specific foods. Once you have determined your suspect foods, you can then try an elimination diet. In an elimination diet, you take out all common allergenic foods from your diet. Once symptoms have disappeared, you add foods back one at a time to see which ones provoke the return of symptoms.
When doing an elimination diet to confirm a dairy allergy, keep in mind that casein, the enzyme that is most likely the problem, is found in more than just dairy products. It may also be found in breath mints, bakery glazes, ice cream, nutrition bars, infant formula, whipped toppings, coffee whiteners, salad dressings and processed meats. You need to take the time to read all food labels carefully to determine if casein is a component of the food.
There are also blood and skin allergy tests that your physician can arrange. These are generally used if it is suspected that you may have more than one food allergy or if you have been unable to determine the suspect food.
Treatment of a dairy allergy involves avoiding the allergenic substance. Extra scrutiny of food labels is necessary to ensure you don’t inadvertently expose yourself to the allergen. For parents of infants, a switch to soy-based formula may be necessary.
Depending on the severity of your allergic reaction when exposed to dairy products, it might be prudent to keep allergy medication on hand. If symptoms are generally mild, an over the counter antihistamine such as Benadryl will usually suffice.
In the case of severe allergies, your doctor may prescribe emergency epinephrine. This comes in a ready to use injector called an Epipen or Twinjet. It should be carried with you at all times. You may also want to let coworkers and family members know about your allergy and where you keep your injector. That way if you are unable to inject yourself, they can do it for you as well as summon emergency assistance.
If you do have a dairy allergy, it is important that you remember to get your calcium and Vitamin D from other sources. These are vital nutrients your body needs to function properly. Salmon, beans and green vegetables are just a few of the foods that can provide calcium. Fortified cereals, breads and juices, along with brief sun exposure, can provide Vitamin D. A supplement may be necessary to ensure you are getting adequate nutrition.
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An allergy occurs when the body mistakenly identifies a substance as harmful. In an effort to protect itself from what it perceives as a foreign body, it releases an antibody called immunoglobulin E (IgE). This sets off the allergic reaction. In the case of milk, the substances in question are the proteins casein and whey,
Symptoms of an allergic reaction may include rashes, hives, difficulty breathing, wheezing, abdominal pain, cramping, diarrhea and vomiting. In some cases, there may also be blood in the stool. When the allergic reaction is severe, anaphylactic shock can occur. If medical attention isn’t provided rapidly, this can be fatal.
It is important to realize that a dairy allergy is not the same thing as lactose intolerance. Intolerances occur when the body lacks the proper enzyme to break down a substance in the small intestine. Since it can’t break it down, it is pushed on through to the large intestine. This is what causes the bloating, gas, cramping, nausea and diarrhea. In the case of lactose intolerance, the body doesn’t have proper amounts of lactase.
Young children are more likely to have food allergies, including an allergy to dairy products. Thankfully, most outgrow their allergy and can go on to eat the foods without a problem. It is believed that only 2 to 2.5 percent of adults have true food allergies.
Another group with a higher risk of dairy allergies is those that have close family members with food allergies. Because of this, pediatricians often recommend treating young children as if they do have the allergy if their parents or siblings have it.
Many food allergies are diagnosed after patients begin keeping a food diary. This can help you associate your symptoms with specific foods. Once you have determined your suspect foods, you can then try an elimination diet. In an elimination diet, you take out all common allergenic foods from your diet. Once symptoms have disappeared, you add foods back one at a time to see which ones provoke the return of symptoms.
When doing an elimination diet to confirm a dairy allergy, keep in mind that casein, the enzyme that is most likely the problem, is found in more than just dairy products. It may also be found in breath mints, bakery glazes, ice cream, nutrition bars, infant formula, whipped toppings, coffee whiteners, salad dressings and processed meats. You need to take the time to read all food labels carefully to determine if casein is a component of the food.
There are also blood and skin allergy tests that your physician can arrange. These are generally used if it is suspected that you may have more than one food allergy or if you have been unable to determine the suspect food.
Treatment of a dairy allergy involves avoiding the allergenic substance. Extra scrutiny of food labels is necessary to ensure you don’t inadvertently expose yourself to the allergen. For parents of infants, a switch to soy-based formula may be necessary.
Depending on the severity of your allergic reaction when exposed to dairy products, it might be prudent to keep allergy medication on hand. If symptoms are generally mild, an over the counter antihistamine such as Benadryl will usually suffice.
In the case of severe allergies, your doctor may prescribe emergency epinephrine. This comes in a ready to use injector called an Epipen or Twinjet. It should be carried with you at all times. You may also want to let coworkers and family members know about your allergy and where you keep your injector. That way if you are unable to inject yourself, they can do it for you as well as summon emergency assistance.
If you do have a dairy allergy, it is important that you remember to get your calcium and Vitamin D from other sources. These are vital nutrients your body needs to function properly. Salmon, beans and green vegetables are just a few of the foods that can provide calcium. Fortified cereals, breads and juices, along with brief sun exposure, can provide Vitamin D. A supplement may be necessary to ensure you are getting adequate nutrition.
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Obtaining a New Prescription Allergy Medicine from Your Doctor
If you have allergies and you are looking to try a new allergy medication, you need to call your doctor and set up an appointment to discuss it. This is important because your doctor will have to write you a prescription for a new prescription allergy medicine.
However, before your doctor decides which prescription allergy medicine is most appropriate for you, he is going to do a few things first. For one, your doctor will do several standard tests in order to determine what kind of allergies you have, as well as determine the severity of your allergies.
It does not matter if you are looking to get a new allergy medicine for your child or yourself; you will need to have a doctor’s prescription before you can buy the allergy medicine. You can, of course, buy an allergy medicine over the counter but you should be aware that it will not be as strong as prescription allergy medicine.
If you have severe allergies, over the counter allergy medicines are not going to help you with your allergies most likely; your severe allergies will require stronger allergy medicine, which is why you need to see your doctor and have him write a prescription allergy medicine for you.
There are plenty of prescription allergy medicines available today. Most of these allergy medications have been found to be very effective in treating allergies, from mild to severe cases.
But you need to keep in mind, though, that no matter which prescription allergy medicine you buy for your allergies, it is not going to work overnight; it will take some time before it can bring you the results you want. It is not reasonable to expect any drug to fully deal with your allergies in only a matter of days. Remember that most medications take between 4 to 6 months before their full effects can be felt.
The good news is that many of the available prescription allergy medicine are very powerful. You simply need to see your doctor and have him prescribe the most appropriate prescription allergy medicine for you. Also, it is not enough that you simply take your allergy medication and rely on it to keep you from having allergy attacks. You also need to know exactly what causes your allergies and then actively avoid it so you can minimize your allergies.
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However, before your doctor decides which prescription allergy medicine is most appropriate for you, he is going to do a few things first. For one, your doctor will do several standard tests in order to determine what kind of allergies you have, as well as determine the severity of your allergies.
It does not matter if you are looking to get a new allergy medicine for your child or yourself; you will need to have a doctor’s prescription before you can buy the allergy medicine. You can, of course, buy an allergy medicine over the counter but you should be aware that it will not be as strong as prescription allergy medicine.
If you have severe allergies, over the counter allergy medicines are not going to help you with your allergies most likely; your severe allergies will require stronger allergy medicine, which is why you need to see your doctor and have him write a prescription allergy medicine for you.
There are plenty of prescription allergy medicines available today. Most of these allergy medications have been found to be very effective in treating allergies, from mild to severe cases.
But you need to keep in mind, though, that no matter which prescription allergy medicine you buy for your allergies, it is not going to work overnight; it will take some time before it can bring you the results you want. It is not reasonable to expect any drug to fully deal with your allergies in only a matter of days. Remember that most medications take between 4 to 6 months before their full effects can be felt.
The good news is that many of the available prescription allergy medicine are very powerful. You simply need to see your doctor and have him prescribe the most appropriate prescription allergy medicine for you. Also, it is not enough that you simply take your allergy medication and rely on it to keep you from having allergy attacks. You also need to know exactly what causes your allergies and then actively avoid it so you can minimize your allergies.
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Monday, November 29, 2010
Air Filters and Allergies
If you or someone you know has seasonal allergies you are probably looking for ways to lessen the severity of the symptoms. There are many effective medications on the market today but not everyone likes to take drugs unless they are essential. You may particularly worry about the effect of medications on your child, but you don’t want to see him suffer with itchy eyes and a stuffy nose either. You may be considering buying an air filter. But do they really work?
Most experts agree that an air filter shouldn’t be relied upon as a first line of defense against indoor or seasonal allergies. That doesn’t mean they don’t have a useful purpose but it does mean if you don’t remove the source of the allergen from your home, an air filter may not do much good.
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How to Live with a Wheat Allergy
Many people live with allergies every day, and although if you don’t suffer from any yourself it can be hard to understand. People learn to live with allergies on a day to day basis, and with more and more people suffering from them learning to understand them is the key. Wheat allergies are increasing, and more people now suffer from this type of allergy. With over 40% of the population living with wheat allergies everyday it is more common than you may think. Knowing the symptoms, and reactions to allergies, will help you determine if you are allergic to wheat.
If you suspect you may be one of these people, then finding out exactly what wheat allergies are is very important. Understanding the symptoms and researching the treatments if any are available, is essential. A wheat allergy is basically a food allergy; it is your body’s reaction to the seed storage proteins of wheat. These proteins contain gluten, gliadin and globulin, and are what causes the wheat allergy in your body. Some people are only allergic to the wheat protein and others are allergic to other seeds and plant tissues as well. In extreme cases, simply inhaling flour can start an allergic reaction in your body. More and more workers in bakeries are now allergic to wheat, and over 42% have what is known as Bakers asthma.
Establishing exactly what type of allergic reaction you have to the different seeds and protein is the first step. They will cause different reactions in different people, and even if two people both suffer from wheat allergies, they can react differently. Wheat allergies will cause the same sort of reaction in your body as other food allergies. There are several different reactions, you may experience them all or just some of them. These allergic reactions can be scary and overwhelming, and they can happen a few moments or even a few hours after you have eaten the wheat product. You could experience, chest pains, dizziness, irritated eyes, nausea, a skin rash or vomiting. In a very severe case you may go into Anaphylaxis shock, this is a life threatening reaction which will need immediate medical attention. If you do happen to have any of these reactions after eating then you will need to determine which food caused the allergic reaction.
Visiting a doctor for allergy tests is essential, they will carry out a series of tests to determine which foods or proteins you are allergic too. They will cut out one food at a time from your diet, and will wait to see if a reaction occurs. The food is then added back into your diet, until one of the foods triggers an allergic reaction. This process can take some time, and you will have to be patient whilst you try to eliminate foods. Keeping a food journal is advised, so you can refer back to it at anytime and pinpoint the reactions to a food type. Once you have established which food you are allergic to, then this food can then be avoided, and although this seems drastic cutting one type of food from your diet isn’t as daunting as it sounds.
You may have to change your diet and your lifestyle, to ensure you do not get an allergic reaction every time you eat. There are several different wheat free alternatives to your average food, you can buy and eat these if it is proven that you are allergic to wheat. You have to ensure that when you go shopping you read the labels of all products, you will be surprised what has wheat in its ingredients. Wheat can be found in bread, flour, soy sauce, starch and modified starch, to name a few products. If you don’t want to change your lifestyle and diet completely then you can take some over the counter medications. You must however consult your doctor regarding these medications. If you are considering changing your diet, to not include wheat, you may want to consult a dietitian, to ensure you are receiving all the diet requirements you need. If you have a child with a wheat allergy they will often grow out of it, but if they don’t then you want to ensure you have guided them to lead a wheat free diet. Whichever method you decide is right for you, you can live with a wheat allergy, with just some small changes.
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Sunday, November 28, 2010
What are Common Types of Skin Allergies
Skin allergies can be an embarrassing and often uncomfortable situation many people. Approximately 7% if the 50 million people in the United States experiencing allergies suffer from some kind of skin allergy. As a result of these skin allergies, approx 7 million visits to outpatient centers occur. As a rule, a person won’t die from a skin allergy unless it is left untreated for a considerable amount of time.
What Types Of Skin Allergies Are There?
A person experiencing a skin allergy will be experiencing one of four types of skin allergies. These types of skin allergies can affect people differently, and a proper diagnosis can only be done by a doctor. If you believe that you or someone you know has a skin allergy, you should seek out medical attention to help find treatment options.
Atopic Dermatitis: When a person has atopic dermatitis they experience a reaction to many different items to their skin. As skin topic happens redness begins almost immediately with soreness and itching occurring within 48 hours of the allergies onset. A person experiencing this should avoid from scratching the area as it can break open and become infected. If the skin should break open during the allergic reaction it can become severely infected which will lead to cellulites, which is a potentially dangerous health concern.
Symptoms: Inflammation, small blisters, itching, flaky dry skin, skin pigmentation changes and rednessTesting Available: Skin Patch Test which can be administered by a doctor Treatment: Ice Patches, Allergy Free Product Use, Topical Treatment and oral pills Complications: Infection, Skin Thickening
Eczema: A person with Eczema typically experiences the symptoms from oral consumption of certain foods, as well as potentially coming in contact with items that may begin a skin allergy. Typically, a person experiencing symptoms will have a series of rash patches begin to form across their body. If the rash is scratched at any point, the intensity of the itchiness increases. Other causes can include an increase in stress and other triggers as well. A normal reaction can last for a couple of days to months depending on the person and the allergy. This is a chronic condition that cannot be cured.
Symptoms: Itching, patchy rashes, inflammation of the skin. Testing Available: Skin Pricking, Blood Testing Treatment: Change in diet, Allergy Free Product Use, Topical Treatment and oral pills Complications: Breaks and Lesions, Infection both bacterial and fungal, skin scaling, and blistering.
Urticaria: With this type of skin allergy, a person’s blood vessels that causes an eruption that results in bumps forming on the skin. These bumps appear similar to a bug bite but typically have a white center to them. In fact, some insect bites can cause Urticaria, but the most common causes are drug complications and certain food triggers. .
Symptoms: Skin Eruptions, Rash, Lesions, Inflammation, Tongue Swelling, Flushing, Respiratory Problems, and Oedema. Testing Available: Blood and Urine Testing Treatment: Topical Ointments and Oral Pills Complications: Infections and possible death if left untreated.
Hives: Hives are variance of Urticaria. With this condition, a person has large lumps called wheals form on their skin. The severity of the condition can be a very mild irritation and can turn into a medical emergency called an anaphylactic reaction. Bumps are typically pink to red in color and are normally irregular in shape. In some cases, the underlying condition for this skin allergy is lupus, but normally is a general allergen that affects a person. This can vary from pollen in the air, to skin contact and ingested items.
Symptoms: Fever, Wheals, Swollen Joints, Hair Loss, Lesions and Seizures Testing Available: Blood Test Called RAST (Radioallergorben Test), Lupus Test Treatment: Avoiding Known Allergies, Antihistamines, and for anaphylactic shock, epinephrine is administered. Complications: Death if severe case is left untreated, Infection in some cases
Many different people are affected by skin allergies, and there isn’t anything wrong with the person in general. In most cases, the allergy isn’t contagious and the person shouldn’t be avoided. With that in mind, most people will experience some form of dermatitis in their lifetime and find that treatment is easily found. Children are in fact more susceptible to Eczema than adults and this is often the stage of life when symptoms begin appearing.
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What Types Of Skin Allergies Are There?
A person experiencing a skin allergy will be experiencing one of four types of skin allergies. These types of skin allergies can affect people differently, and a proper diagnosis can only be done by a doctor. If you believe that you or someone you know has a skin allergy, you should seek out medical attention to help find treatment options.
Atopic Dermatitis: When a person has atopic dermatitis they experience a reaction to many different items to their skin. As skin topic happens redness begins almost immediately with soreness and itching occurring within 48 hours of the allergies onset. A person experiencing this should avoid from scratching the area as it can break open and become infected. If the skin should break open during the allergic reaction it can become severely infected which will lead to cellulites, which is a potentially dangerous health concern.
Symptoms: Inflammation, small blisters, itching, flaky dry skin, skin pigmentation changes and rednessTesting Available: Skin Patch Test which can be administered by a doctor Treatment: Ice Patches, Allergy Free Product Use, Topical Treatment and oral pills Complications: Infection, Skin Thickening
Eczema: A person with Eczema typically experiences the symptoms from oral consumption of certain foods, as well as potentially coming in contact with items that may begin a skin allergy. Typically, a person experiencing symptoms will have a series of rash patches begin to form across their body. If the rash is scratched at any point, the intensity of the itchiness increases. Other causes can include an increase in stress and other triggers as well. A normal reaction can last for a couple of days to months depending on the person and the allergy. This is a chronic condition that cannot be cured.
Symptoms: Itching, patchy rashes, inflammation of the skin. Testing Available: Skin Pricking, Blood Testing Treatment: Change in diet, Allergy Free Product Use, Topical Treatment and oral pills Complications: Breaks and Lesions, Infection both bacterial and fungal, skin scaling, and blistering.
Urticaria: With this type of skin allergy, a person’s blood vessels that causes an eruption that results in bumps forming on the skin. These bumps appear similar to a bug bite but typically have a white center to them. In fact, some insect bites can cause Urticaria, but the most common causes are drug complications and certain food triggers. .
Symptoms: Skin Eruptions, Rash, Lesions, Inflammation, Tongue Swelling, Flushing, Respiratory Problems, and Oedema. Testing Available: Blood and Urine Testing Treatment: Topical Ointments and Oral Pills Complications: Infections and possible death if left untreated.
Hives: Hives are variance of Urticaria. With this condition, a person has large lumps called wheals form on their skin. The severity of the condition can be a very mild irritation and can turn into a medical emergency called an anaphylactic reaction. Bumps are typically pink to red in color and are normally irregular in shape. In some cases, the underlying condition for this skin allergy is lupus, but normally is a general allergen that affects a person. This can vary from pollen in the air, to skin contact and ingested items.
Symptoms: Fever, Wheals, Swollen Joints, Hair Loss, Lesions and Seizures Testing Available: Blood Test Called RAST (Radioallergorben Test), Lupus Test Treatment: Avoiding Known Allergies, Antihistamines, and for anaphylactic shock, epinephrine is administered. Complications: Death if severe case is left untreated, Infection in some cases
Many different people are affected by skin allergies, and there isn’t anything wrong with the person in general. In most cases, the allergy isn’t contagious and the person shouldn’t be avoided. With that in mind, most people will experience some form of dermatitis in their lifetime and find that treatment is easily found. Children are in fact more susceptible to Eczema than adults and this is often the stage of life when symptoms begin appearing.
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What Is Eczema and How Can It Be Treated
Any skin condition can be worrying, not only can it be painful but it can damage your self confidence as well. One of the most common skin conditions that people suffer from is eczema; it can range from mildly uncomfortable to very severe. It can be very frustrating if you have this condition and sometimes even painful. If you do suffer then you will want to know the cause for eczema and what if any are the treatments and cures.
Causes of Eczema can be Hereditary or Environmental
The first thing you need to find out is if the eczema is being caused by the environment or if it is hereditary. When your eczema is caused by environmental reasons or external factors, you could be allergic to many different things that you come into contact with. These could be your shampoo, pollen, dust mites or even mold. Hereditary eczema is when you have inherited the factors which cause you to have eczema. This could be from one or even both of your parents if your family has a history of eczema then it are very likely. In fact there is an eighty percent chance that you will inherit it if both of your parents suffer from the condition.
You will need to speak to your doctor regarding the causes of your eczema; if there is no family history then they will need to look into it further. Your doctor may perform allergy tests to determine if that is causing the condition. Once you have determined the cause of the eczema then you can begin to find a solution and a treatment which will help you to live with the uncomfortable skin condition. If you are simply allergic to things then many can be avoided in your day to day life. Some causes of eczema are difficult to avoid such as smoke and pollution in the environment, in these extreme cases you will need to find a treatment which will help you to live with the problem.
Changes in Clothing and Nutrition Choices May Help
By changing small things in your life you will be able to keep on top of your eczema. Although it will always be there, learning how to control it is the key. By changing what you eat and wear can have huge effects on how you feel. Wool and polyester materials will irate your skin, so try to choose cotton loose clothing. Tight clothing should also be avoided as this will cause your skin to become hot and irritated. Changing your diet can also helps, and once you know which foods to avoid then it will be easier to not include them. Common foods which cause flare ups are milk, soy, shellfish, wheat and peanuts. If these are problem foods with you then you will need to avoid them or at least cut back on them a great deal.
Helping a Child with Eczema
Eczema in children can be difficult as they tend to itch quite a lot, you need to try and keep them as moisturized as possible. This will stop them wanting to itch as much, if you try to explain that if they itch they are in fact doing more damage. Placing your child in a bath of water mixed with oatmeal appears to help with the itching and irritation. It also soothes the skin which will stop your child being uncomfortable and wanting to scratch even more. Thankfully if it is food related then often children grow out of allergies and the triggers might start to diminish as they get older.
Other Eczema Treatment Options
Eczema thrives on dry skin, so you need to ensure that you keep your skin as moisturized as possible throughout the day. There are many creams and lotions you can buy to help with this and doctors often advise covering yourself in Vaseline after taking a shower. This locks all of the moisture into your body and prevents it drying out. Although it is easier said than done you need to try and not scratch, as this will make your eczema worse. If you are concerned about itching through the night them you should try to cover up as much as possible and even wear gloves if you need too.
If you want to find natural alternatives to treating your eczema then there are many ideas that have been used before. Drink plenty of water even up to 3 liters a day, and taking showers daily, will stop you from becoming dehydrated and allowing your skin to dry out. Although it is believed that having hot bathes and showers is bad for your eczema, you should try to take cooler showers if possible. Taking zinc supplements is also advised as these are great for your skin and natural oils have great properties which are good for itchy skin. Exposing your skin to fresh air and sunshine will also help, although if you are self conscious to do this, try and do it somewhere private.
You also need to decide if the harsh chemicals in your washing powders and fragrances could be triggering your eczema. If this is the case then you should only use gentle detergents to wash your clothes in, as these will not irritate your skin. Cheaper varieties tend to affect eczema suffers more and you should try to buy quality detergents if possible. Cheap soaps will also cause your skin to dry out quicker, so if you do use them then ensure you apply moisturizer afterward.
In severe cases your doctor will be able to prescribe drugs to help with your eczema, although this is not the preferred treatment. The drugs will control your body’s immune system and decrease the irritation; you should however try other alternatives as well. Some drugs have side effects and if you can control the condition yourself then it will be better for your body in the long run. You will feel healthier and happier throughout your whole body if you change your diet and lifestyle. Your overall health will be improved and you will boost your immune system.
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