I had really bad eczema for a long time. There is no cure for it. It just stopped appearing when I was about 22. The doctor gave me different medicines as well. They are not good because they are usually a cortisone and cortisone's thin the skin over time. Tell your cousin to keep her hands out of dish soap and any other cleaning products. Use a baby soap such as Baby's Own in the shower. It is a lot better for sensitive skin. The plastic dish gloves are no good for eczema either because of what the gloves are made with. Use a pair of cotton gloves underneath the plastic gloves when doing any dishes or cleaning. Stress is also a major contributor to eczema. How high is your cousins stress level?
2007-03-08 04:14:01
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answered by molsoncanadiangirl101 2
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I'm not sure about terribly severe cases, but I would think that this would apply in all cases: When she takes a shower or bath, she should use warm water, not too hot, not too cold, and shouldn't stay in too long. Use a mild soap like Dove bar soap, white or the sensitive skin kind. When she gets out, she should pat herself dry and immediately use a gentle moisturizing lotion like Eucerin or Aquaphor. There are some lotions you can find in the baby section of some stores that are really great for the rougher spots, or even all over. We've had great luck with some of the Aveeno products. For the pretty bad spots, she can use a little hydrocortisone until it heals up, and keep it moisturized - covering it with something that contains a little petrolatum in it should help more. Using gentle detergents/softeners without dyes and perfumes should help. What would apply all over, would apply for the hands as well. Wearing light gloves at night after moisturizing might help her keep from scratching while she sleeps. Wearing gloves in cold weather will help them from getting chapped. After hand washing, pat hands dry and use a gentle moisturizing lotion. If all else fails, there are other products and prescriptions out there that can help. Try the doctor again, or get a second opinion.
2007-03-08 12:10:53
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answered by Kat 2
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The cause of eczema is not known but aggravating factors include hands that are in constant contact with soap and water, harsh household products and some vegetable juices. If a physician does not specify a particular regimen, Arbonne has some recommendations that might alleviate some of your discomfort. The ABC (Arbonne Baby Care) line is the most gentle and perfect for skin conditions as it is the most sensitive, pure, safe, and beneficial. They have a wash, lotion, body oil, etc. that are botanically-based and pH correct, dermatologist tested, non-sensitizing, non-irritating, and formulated without nut oils. They're formulated with shea butter which is a unique botanical that soothes, moisturizes and protects skin. With its key components of vitamin A and E, all types of skin (including sensitive) can benefit from shea butter’s supreme, conditioning effects. Its non-toxic makeup and skin-tolerable trait make it ideal for use on sensitive skin.
They also have a great intelligence conditioning oil and rejuvenating cream that can be used whenever you feel it's necessary to relieve the discomfort and itching. I would be happy to send you a free sample to try it out if you would be open to giving it a try.
2007-03-08 15:32:40
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answered by J D 3
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Try making a poultice of corn meal and warm water. Spread this on the affected areas. Leave on for 20-30 minutes. Do this daily and they will get relief.
2007-03-08 12:09:03
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answered by grantwiscour 4
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I would go see a dermatologist. . they are experienced at skin problems.
2007-03-08 12:04:16
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answered by mikentammy76 5
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do you mean eczema? go see a dermatologist.
2007-03-08 12:03:25
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answered by Anonymous
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