2006-08-26 10:41:30 · 7 answers · asked by unique 1 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Skin Conditions
Eczema is an inflammation of the skin which may cause dryness, flakiness, heat, and probably most importantly, itching. Dermatitis is a term which is sometimes connected, in people's minds, with exposure to chemicals. It really only means inflammation of the skin, and could be used interchangeably with eczema, as it often is by doctors.
Eczema can be caused by a number of different factors, and may result in just a small patch of skin being affected, but can affect skin anywhere on the body.
Use the cream or ointment which your doctor recommends on a regular basis, and as a soap substitute, to keep the skin supple and to prevent drying.
Avoid scratching when you itch. If you can not stop yourself, then gently rubbing, with the flat of your hand, is less likely to do damage.
Avoid exposure to chemicals and strong detergents. It is usually better to avoid using biological agents altogether. Use protective gloves when you use such things in the house or at work.
If you have been found to be allergic to a specific substance, avoid contact with it, if this is feasible.
Use your treatments according to the instructions from your doctor and the pharmacist.
2006-08-26 10:50:15 · answer #1 · answered by peg 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It could be eczema but definitely you have an allergenic skin problem reacting with some product or food.
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2006-08-26 20:50:01 · answer #2 · answered by Mama 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The itch that rashes is another name of eczema.
you have hand eczema.
Please use a plain OTC steroid.
http://www.doctorgoodskin.com/ds/eczema/
2006-08-27 04:06:27 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
you should consult a physician. I had poison sumac and my doctor treated it as dermatitis, since he wasn't sure. I received oral and cream steroid medication.
2006-08-26 17:47:23 · answer #4 · answered by carrie 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it may probably be eczema, a chronic skin disease, it is caused by solvents or irritants
2006-08-26 20:27:29 · answer #5 · answered by magm1986 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it is ezcema b/c that is what i have and it does the same for me but talk to the doctor about it
2006-08-26 21:01:38 · answer #6 · answered by bluecloud66@sbcglobal.net 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
could be syphillis
2006-08-26 17:57:14 · answer #7 · answered by cupcake 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋