English Deutsch Français Italiano Español Português 繁體中文 Bahasa Indonesia Tiếng Việt ภาษาไทย
All categories

My son, daughter and husband have it. I have been bathing the kids in Dove and using an ointment the dermatologist prescribed but it doesn't seem to work. The ointment also discolors their skin. I would like to try something more natural.

2006-08-25 07:07:22 · 12 answers · asked by YHop 1 in Health Diseases & Conditions Skin Conditions

12 answers

Any plain oil- coconut, almond.

Care

* Know your triggers: Find out what substances act as triggers of your eczema. Keep away from triggers. You will be saving yourself a big amount of trouble. Sometimes, a food may be causing the flare-up. Eliminating that food from your diet can control the eczema without any medication. Weather changes, overheating, excess sweating, allergens such as dust mites are the possible triggers. Discuss all the possibilities with your doctor and eliminate them.

* Keep skin well moisturized round the year. Well moisturized skin creates lesser complications of eczema. Dry skin itself can trigger eczema sometimes.

* Don't scratch. Scratching will form a vicious cycle. The more you scratch, the more eczema will deteriorate and the more you will scratch. Break this cycle. Ask your doctor about any antihistamines that you can take to stop itching. Apply cool compress to soothe the itch.

* Avoid use of skin care products with fragrance, dyes, anti-bacterials, etc. These may irritate your skin and begin a flare-up of eczema. Use a plain cleanser and moisturizer to keep skin clean and moist.

* Avoid wearing any clothes that may itch. Cotton is best for clothing and bed sheets.

2006-08-26 21:24:59 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0 0

My little boy had eczema on his cheeks. I was not sure what method to use but I didn't want to make my boy go through any surgery treatments at this young age. Some suggested a plastic surgeon since it was in a very visible location but our family doctor recommend this natural guide.

Best Eczema Treatment?

2016-05-15 01:57:16 · answer #2 · answered by ? 4 · 0 0

You can assist your immune system to heal your skin naturally by avoiding using soap (shampoo, detergent, etc.). Instead, try to find a colloidal oatmeal containing soap-free wash for body and face and a shampoo containing the same ingredient. Aveeno or Equate both make those type of products. The other thing is to reduce your exposure to hot water. That means short (5 mins max) showers and no baths. Soap and hot water combine to remove sebum from the pores of the skin and deep into the sebaceous glands, inhibiting sebum production causing dryness and itchiness. Sebaceous glands are controlled by hormones and the immune system, which wheatgrass appears to strengthen naturally. Apply the Dr Wheatgrass Recovery Cream twice daily or more often if necessary. As well as strengthening the skin's immunity, biological actives from the wheatgrass are absorbed into the body and in time, the patient’s immune status becomes stronger. Please see the website for more information or ask Dr. Reynolds a question regarding your specific symptoms.

2006-08-28 17:43:03 · answer #3 · answered by psx5 2 · 0 0

I Cured Eczema Easily Permanently : http://Eczema.neatprim.com

2016-03-03 17:07:36 · answer #4 · answered by ? 3 · 0 0

You might need to look at your diet & lifestyle as well as your skin care routine. I have very sensitive skin - every time I eat processed food with a lot of preservatives / don't get enough sleep / etc it reacts badly (red, itchy etc). I also find if I keep my other allergies under control (dust mites etc) + use really simple skincare products my skin is much better. I love LUSH Angel's on Bare Skin cleanser and the only moisturiser I ever use is pure rosehip oil, which also helps to strengthen the skin.

2016-03-15 00:51:43 · answer #5 · answered by ? 4 · 0 0

I have eczema as well and it always feels like nothing will help it lol. Make sure that the laundry detergent and the fabric softener are non-scent, that will help a lot. As for a natural solution, try going to an natural pharmacy or talk to your pharmacist, they usually know a lot and what actually works.

2006-08-25 07:14:14 · answer #6 · answered by leafs1318 2 · 0 0

Get a copy of Adelle Davis's book Let's Get Well (Alibris has them). It has a good explanation of eczema and how to deal with it.

2006-08-25 16:48:48 · answer #7 · answered by Mad Roy 6 · 0 0

Eczema patients can avoid scratchy fibers for softer ones like bamboo, cotton, or silk, which are gentler on the skin. Opting to buy organic fibers can also be a wise, healthy, and eco-friendly alternative. Learn here https://tr.im/XZsmR

2016-05-17 13:19:13 · answer #8 · answered by ? 2 · 0 0

This probably sounds crazy, but my daughter swam this summer in an indoor swimming pool and something in that water made her eczema clear-up completely. I don't know but it could have been the chlorine. I do not know.

2006-08-25 07:12:42 · answer #9 · answered by christmas 2 · 0 0

Try using an oatmeal bath. Both of my children have eczema and while it doesn't cure it, the oatmeal bath helps reduce the redness and bumps. They are sold in packs at most stores.

2006-08-25 07:15:20 · answer #10 · answered by Wendy D 1 · 0 0

fedest.com, questions and answers