I have eczema..?

Question

I am thinking about going to my doctor's office because I have read that eczema can be related to a food allergy. How do doctor's test for food allergies? What are some common food allergies related to eczema? And what things can I do to help control my outbreaks?

I have tried every type of cream and nothing seems to work.

And I have been to the doctors numerous times.

Answer 1

I had excema once and i used a very gentle cleanser and a very thick for super dry skin moisturizer and it went away in a few days(I also picked at it but i dont reccomend that)

Answer 2

Skin prick tests

A diagnosis of allergy is based first on a careful clinical history. Skin tests should be used to support (or discount) a diagnosis of allergy. The skin prick test is the method of choice for diagnosing immediate-type (IgE mediated) hypersensitivity. In general, allergy testing by intradermal injection is not recommended, although it is sometimes used in diagnosing venom allergy. Skin test solutions must be standardised (biological standardisation is the most reliable) and should have a United Kingdom product licence. In Britain virtually all atopic subjects will give a positive reaction to an extract of one or more of the following: grass pollen, tree pollen, house dust mite, and cat and dog. These are the commonest allergens in allergic rhinitis and allergic asthma.



Treatment

Consult your health care provider for a diagnosis of eczema because it can be difficult to differentiate from other skin disorders. Treatment should be guided by the health care provider.

Treatment may vary depending on the appearance (stage) of the lesions -- acute "weeping" lesions, dry scaly lesions, or chronic dry, thickened lesions are each treated differently.

Anything that aggravates the symptoms should be avoided whenever possible, including any food allergens and irritants such as wool and lanolin.

Dry skin often makes the condition worse. When washing or bathing, keep water contact as brief as possible and use less soap than usual. After bathing, it is important to trap the moisture in the skin by applying lubricating cream on the skin while it is damp. Temperature changes and stress may cause sweating and aggravate the condition.

Treatment of weeping lesions may include soothing moisturizers, mild soaps, or wet dressings.

Mild anti-itch lotions or topical corticosteroids (low potency) may soothe less severe or healing areas, or dry scaly lesions.

Chronic thickened areas may be treated with ointments or creams that contain tar compounds, corticosteroids (medium to very high potency), and ingredients that lubricate or soften the skin. Systemic corticosteroids may be prescribed to reduce inflammation in some severe cases.

The latest treatment for eczema is a class of skin medications called topical immunomodulators (TIMs). These medications are steroid-free. They include tacrolimus (Protopic) and pimecrolimus (Elidel). Studies have shown as high as an 80% success rate using these new medications.

Answer 3

I would definitely check out your diet. Is it junk? If so, clean it up. Many skin conditions are related to a toxic liver. I would recommend a liver cleanse. You can find out about these at your local health food store. Don't go "overboard" here though. Start mildly. Drink plenty of water while doing so. Testing for food allergies used to be done by giving minute doses of the allergy being tested for with small needle pricks to the back. Not sure if it has improved beyond that. I would check out a homeopathic physician as opposed to a general AMA type practitioner, as a homeopath will not be recommending anything that will have undesirable side effects in itself. Good luck.

Answer 4

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/gUyeC

Answer 5

Any foods that you are sensitive to and its not only food alergies. If asthma runs in the family, you may also get eczema and if an outbreak should occur you will be prescribed with topical corticosteroids (applied on your affected skin).

Answer 6

If you live near the ocean salt water from the ocean works great my mom has this and every summer she would go to the beach and it would clear up.

Answer 7

well my mum had excema after giving birth to my bro but doc told her it was due to too much anxiety and stress...

Answer 8

u should really go to the doctor (they can give u a cream). it could be stress too.