I broke out in red, itchy pimples all over my chest and stomach which stumped my doctors. I get my eyes tested every year for contact lenses, and its only since I used the cream have I got them! Ben Steele CC BY-SA 3.0 Hope you are now doing fine. for mosquitoes. But sometimes it is necessary. Your doctor can ensure you are doing everything possible to prevent symptoms. and wrote a hub about it, then doc says eczema and it really does not go away totally. This will seal in the moisture. thanks again, glad its okay now, nell. It didn't really work, so I changed soaps, shower gels, and everything else, including washing my legs with hot water, and then cold. I like foderma serum because it's natural, no steroids or cortisones. lol! the cream I am using is pretty useless, so I am going to the Docs tomorrow, and see what they give me, thanks again, nell. :(:(:( I am really really sad about the whole thing and the only thing left for me to do is move where it is rainy all the time - like Washington or Oregon coast. Diana Grant from London on June 28, 2013: I only developed eczema in my seventieth decade, rather surprisingly, but, although my doctor didn't mention it, a friend told me that it is not unusual for people with type 2 diabetes to develop eczema on the legs. I was just diagnosed with eczema and the top of my scalp near my forehead was getting dry and flaky patches. Nell Rose (author) from England on July 25, 2013: Thanks Chelsea, I totally agree with you. ajayshah2005 from Mid Asia on January 02, 2013: Thanks a lot for such a wonderful hub. Believe it or not, oatmeal baths can help relieve a variety of skin conditions. Nell Rose (author) from England on September 07, 2017: Thank you Stefan! yes sometimes its something as simple as giving up some sort of food, the difficult thing is finding which food. The treatment of acute eczema where there is significant weeping and oozing requires repeated cycles of application of dilute solutions of vinegar or tap water often in the form of a compress followed by evaporation. just my legs are killing me, I can't imagine having as badly as you! There are cited documents if you search for "steroid induced dermatitis." Hi, Dr. Ope, I am glad you found it helpful, I hope your son is better from it now? Watch out with this one if you get it prescribed - it permanently stains any clothing it comes in contact with bright yellow! Resolves in a few days after removing irritating foreign substance. I hope that your leg continues to improve. This summer, I gave up wheat, and coincidentally, it started healing! I underwent allergy testing, with patches containing test substances taped to my back a week at a time to test for a reaction - inconclusive. This is a step in the right direction as International Topical Steroid Awareness Network has encouraged NEA to seek out a safer eczema treatment and it looks like they finally are! I searched right away on google for relief and purchased Foderma serum. Luckily, I don't need steroids at the moment. Treatment and Management Tips Eczema cannot be cured, but symptoms can be controlled with moisturizers, self-care measures and medications. Eventually, I asked my local pharmacist. It comes and goes and I don't know what works if anything. Nell Rose (author) from England on November 01, 2016: Foderma serum works very well on my daughter eczema. wearing thin gloves helps. just really moisturising is working but it does need a boost on my legs, thank you! I am 55 years old, and never had them before the creams! I am not selling or promoting anything. I've seen hundreds of others in my same boat who used steroid creams like over -the-counter hydrocortisone who also got addicted to it in a short time of 3 months off and on use. Nell Rose (author) from England on December 07, 2017: Thanks Laura, yes I do agree. I just have been watching Kate and Will and she seems to be holding up better than him, he seems really disturbed by it. The good news is that you can buy it over-the-counter. They don't need to be applied for long periods but can be weaned off once inflammation subsides but always continue moisturising to prevent eczema from reappearing. Everything you said sounded like me with the lotions and potions. I have always suffered from asthma ever since I was a small child, and as anybody knows, where there is asthma, there is sometimes eczema. Nell Rose (author) from England on February 13, 2014: Thanks Barbara, yes its all sorts of things that can start it off, and I do believe you are right, mine started back in the summer and it must be sweat however much we try to keep washing it does cause the problem in the first place, I also noticed that using eczema cream all the time can make it worse! Thank you for sharing your experience with eczema. A person can use aloe vera gel directly from the plant. Medications from our family doctor seems to be all temporary, cortisone included. Unfortunately, sunlight is not always an option when it is winter. This content is accurate and true to the best of the author’s knowledge and does not substitute for diagnosis, prognosis, treatment, prescription, and/or dietary advice from a licensed health professional. Eczema Natural Cure Using Herbal Decoctions. Aloe vera gel is derived from … CrisSp from Sky Is The Limit Adventure on June 30, 2014: Hi Nell! The pigmentation of the affected skin is darker, even purplish. Thank you Nell. :). Please be cautious with using topical steroids too long as the side-effects are not eczema. It's working! Your doctor may prescribe a corticosteroid ointment or cream. “Although there is no cure”, with the right treatment, you can control eczema. As eczema is still bothering me in patches, which drives me insane! Great hub! There should have been a charge there and I can't imagine why the Queen did not insist on that then, they could have cost her her life, who really knows? Her father, the chemical engineer, double checks the ingredients to ensure no contaminants. Yes, topical steroids can cause eye problems, especially in adults and it's wise not to keep using the creams on a regular basis or the risk of addiction is higher. I tried this for two weeks and nothing happened. I also cover the affected area with stretch bandages. Nell is a trained psychologist who writes about personal health problems. I had no idea antibiotics worked for it but with the red I guess so! prasetio30 from malang-indonesia on February 26, 2012: This was complete information about eczema. Here’s how it works: When your body metabolizes food it leaves a residue. It suddenly occurred to me that the nurse hadn't given me any idea of how to actually apply the cream. My daughter has been bothered with this for several years on her feet, and I know that would be awful because you have to wear shoes. I have a supply of all three left should it recur in the near future. Nell Rose (author) from England on April 16, 2012: Hi, Gordon, yes its nearly there! 1.2K likes. And even Dry Ice at -100 degrees to freezer burn the top layer off by myself at home. I have luckily never used that Aqueous cream you mentioned. A natural eczema treatment can be found in the use of virgin coconut oil. Boil 3 cups of chopped leaves in one gallon of water for 10 minutes. Nell Rose (author) from England on September 19, 2012: Hi Jackie, yes that's it isn't it? The whole episode went on for two or three years and I was using some pretty strong steroid creams, which wasted I don't know how many items of clothing by staining them beyond repair. Thanks for sharing. God bless the NHS - it worked! Always put cream on your skin right after a bath to lock in moisture. At the moment my legs are Eczema free. Thanks jseven, the ones I used are purely a one off, but thanks for the warning. I first developed it out of the blue in my mid-twenties, particularly at the backs of my knees and the insides of my elbows. Nell Rose (author) from England on August 04, 2012: Thats great news, good luck with it, nell. Long story short, I stopped using the cortisone creams and all hell eventually broke out with my skin. Always make sure that your house has good air flow. hope this continue to heal. Your email address will not be published. That would burst my bubble. I read that Doctors only learned a small bit about eczema, but you are right they do seek out more information as they get more experienced, I will go and see the Dr. next week to make sure I get the right cream, thanks for reading, cheers nell. Irritation of the lower legs can cause the veins to swell, leading to varicose veins. Irritation at the site of contact with the trigger. Of course, once you stop use the rash comes right back. how can i heal eczema desease it will be cancer???? thank goodness I found out that the Aquacious cream is a no no! Make sure you moisturise your skin. Aqueous cream shouldn't be used as a moisturizer but rather as a soap substitute if it suits. At first I thought it was too much OFF! Thanks Peter, I will take a look at your link, thanks! Aloe vera gel. I love to see them exchange a loving look and that was something we never got to see with Di and Charles. With treatment the inflammation of eczema can be reduced, though the skin will always be sensitive to flare-ups and need extra care. Eczema is an acute or chronic, noncontagious, itchy, inflammatory disease of the skin. Please use the cream, but do not touch your skin with your hands at any other point. spray Year 2: blamed on chlorine pool This year debilitating. Eczema symptoms and effective therapies vary. Nell Rose (author) from England on July 01, 2014: Thanks Cris, its a horrible itchy nasty scaly thing, and when its gone it feels amazing! I didn't know about taking cooler showers as I am a huge fan of of showers especially in the winter, but this would explain why my daughter hates warm water on her skin. However, I'm going to pass her this hub and let her read your tips in order to prevent it, if not to completely stop it. The second I applied it to my eczema, it soothed it. Shared with followers. I have started to eat wheat again and noticed new breakouts here and there. Healing Wonders of Philippine Medicinal Plants, Home Remedies and Medicinal Uses of Plants, KangKong – Scientific name: Ipomea aquatica Torsk. Hi, Minnetonka, good luck with the cream, I will go and see if my pharmacist has any tomorrow, it should have the same name, but it could be slightly different, but they should know what I mean, thanks for coming back! Hope you have also got your issue with this irritating condition sorted! I would just wash my legs every day, patted them dry and left them. Drugs, supplements, and natural remedies may have dangerous side effects. Add 2 gallons of hot water. thanks for reading, cheers nell, Hi, Caseworker, thanks for the info, I may have to try the gluten free stuff, I actually went into my town today to buy a food mixer, to make smoothies etc, and would you believe it? The problem is that topical steroid cream is a potent drug that can unknowingly cause addiction to it which I did not find out until age 55. Thank you for your info. One night in 1996, I had to go to casualty as the skin on my legs and arms was actually bursting when I moved. My friend, you describe this very well and I learn much from you. Required fields are marked *. Very useful information for those suffering from eczema. Although most of us are familiar with the term pH, not many really understand its full significance. Dry atmospheres trigger eczema. Betnovate-C (steroid ointment) which should be sparingly applied twice a day. Also have you tried diet- it is not that well known that Gluten found in wheat can cause a skin disease that is similar to exzema. This product is manufactured in China and uses the most potent Chinese medicinal ingredients to help relieve eczema. lol! I didn't know where there is Asthma, there is Eczema.This is definitely a Hub to bookmark for future Ref. Fish oil. It came and went but each bout was worse than the one before. Research about Topical Steroid Withdrawal if you want to know more. Aveenos Eczema Therapy Moisturizing Creamwhich was developed with dermatologistsutilizes oats as the main ingredient, so you can still get many of the same benefits. As it is, I have to be careful not to use products that contain fragrance or chemical substances. No luck. I was researching for some good and effective remedies on eczema for my daughter. But sometimes eczema remains bothersome despite these measures. Thanks for writing this well-informed hub! Haven't seen her in awhile but hope she has it under control. I am so glad your eczema is better, it is a pain isn't it? Eczema treatment (CMB.Herbal Oil) This CMB Herbal Oil is really good to cure your skin deases problem specially in Eczema and Alipunga lol! Mohan Kumar from UK on February 24, 2012: Really informative hub Nell. I would hate to see anyone go through this awful withdrawal and most think it may be eczema after years of use but find out it was steroid induced eczema after quitting and seeing the tell-tale red hot burn that usually comes with cessation of it. Purple, dark pigmentation often on the legs. Good job and rated up! good luck and let me know how you got on? thanks again, nell, I asked one drugstore here in my country if Steroid cream is available, it is indeed available but they don't sell without prescription from the doctor...I guess I will need to find a way. In some very mild cases eczema can be managed by: 1. Please use caution dear people. lol! We also do not use any synthetic chemicals in the house for personal and environmental reasons. I am so happy for you that your eczema was cleaned up. Now trying active live probiotics (has to be refrigerated) Yesterday no itch, and today for the first time in nearly a whole month went shopping. Nappy rash cream is perfect because it is a barrier cream. I would like to share this theory and ask for feedback from others regarding it. I have been meaning to go into the doctor, but not wanting to pay the co-pay, for the rash on my face that I'm fairly certain in eczema I think I'll try your tips first though. Apply as poultice to affected area after the, Apply as poultice to affected area after hot foot bath or. I used hydrocortisone and Triamcinolone for my cracked hands and it stopped working in 2010. If you do not treat eczema, it can make you so uncomfortable. Alternative Herbal Medicine – List of herbal treatments for illnesses and application of common medicinal plants in Philippines for treatments of common ailments. I am 61 months off topical steroids and my skin is the best it has ever been! Linda Rogers from Minnesota on February 27, 2012: Hi Nell-Just wanted you to know that the Eucerin the pharmacist prescribed seems to be working. Instead of using the steroid creams, I changed to Sudocrem (UK) or Desitin (US). It was quickly arranged for me to be admitted to a specialist dermatological unit at a different hospital the following day. Then when I realized it wasn't the OFF! Look at http://itsan.org/ to see the stories and resources about topical steroid addiction which can be prevented by using non-steroid products. No harsh chemicals or soap. Thanks so much Sue, glad you liked it, cheers nell, Hi, pras, thank you so much, it can be so painful, but eczema is not that easy to treat, as it just keeps irritating the skin, appreciated the rate, and thanks as always, nell. Continue to share. HydraNure Natural Organic Eczema Cream & Treatment for Babies & Adults 100ml-Cools Soothes 9.4 8.9 9.5 3: Eucerin Eczema Relief Flare-Up Treatment 2 Ounce 9.3 8.8 9.4 4: Nell Rose (author) from England on February 23, 2012: Hi, lily, thanks for reading, it is a pain, eczema drives me mad! Seek immediate help if you are experiencing a medical emergency. Steroid-induced disease or iatrogenic disease have noticeable differences from original eczema, especially if there is a break in using the creams for any amount of time. I had not a blemish afterwards - until December 2011... A couple of months ago, I started the exact same symptoms. They sell thin linen or cotton gloves to wear after applying cream in severe cases to trap the cream in and help heal. Nell Rose (author) from England on November 30, 2015: To be honest jseven, I discovered after all of this that not using anything was the best way to go! Would you mind to let me know what gently moisturizer did you apply on top of Sudocrem? I have asthma, but luckily I've never experienced eczema yet. I have a friend w/eczema that I'm going to send this to. I heard old barrio folks stories regarding this approach and its really effective according to them.In fact,traditional”tuli”(circumcission) the “manunuli”use guava leaves for fast healing.During the procedure,they start chewing the leaves and place it around the wound right after the circumcission. If the eczema is really bad, you might be advised to take steroids in tablet form. Treatment options Your dermatologist may prescribe a combination of topical treatments for your eczema called emollients which vary based on their ingredients and lipid content: Lotions – contains the most water which replenishes and hydrates. She is also fascinated by strange medical anomalies. S… thanks! In atopic dermatitis, mild or medium strength topical steroids generally are used. I will try the nappy rash cream because I haven't thought of that or heard of it as a remedy. You can get medicines for eczema readily available at the market. medium and strong) depending on the severity of the eczema and the inflammation they really help if appropriate grade is chosen. CASE1WORKER from UNITED KINGDOM on February 24, 2012: Glad to here its on the mend. It is related to allergies, but rarely helped just by eliminating allergens. Protopic and Elidel also come with black box warnings of it being a potential risk for cancer. This may sound obvious, but I must admit to ignoring the lower parts of my legs in the winter! thanks for reading and commenting, nell. I too slather myself. It worked well and her skin has healed and no more itch. I suffered for years with a huge, never healing patch on my skin. I know it has helped some people I know. Who would have thought? That might help. I also noticed that if you are suffering from constipation, sorry, lol! seems paradise is a bit stinky! 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