Do i really have eczema?

Question

I've had eczema since i was born but what everyone else says about there eczema sounds a lot different then what I have. Are there different kinds? people say that it itches and some say the get red bumps. I only have it one my face, mostly around my eyes, and they never itch. Its just get red blotches and sometimes sore. It also seems like the condition of my eyes is determined by the water i use to wash my face.

Any answere would be greatly appreciated.

Answer 1

There are several types of eczema, often classified by the different places it occurs or what causes it to occur. But it's normally a term to describe a skin condition that starts out with extreme itching followed by red rashes with flakes or scaly skin on top of it. It can even crust over, or be brown in color. And it's usually triggered by any irritant...bacteria, cold weather, soap, sweat, makeup, stress, etc.... Eczema is also known to be kind of hereditary in the family, and often occurs in people who have allergies/asthma problem. So yeah, if you know what causes the redness, for instance, each time you use a certain type of water to wash your face, then it is eczema, or another term medical professional likes to use is "dermatitis". Although when people hear "eczema" they do associate it more with peeling/scaly red patchy skin that's being irritated by something. And it is more manageable or is less irritating with topical corticosteroid creams/lotions, antihistamines, and anti-inflammatory medications. Since your red blotches are sore and not itchy, maybe it's due to the location (near the eyes). But since it is triggered by something, then it falls in the family of allergic reaction/eczema/dermatitis. oh, and eczema can occur anywhere, but it does mosty commonly occur on the face! , hands, and feet, probably because those areas get a lot of exposure to irritants.

Answer 2

Some eczema's are a symptom of a leaky gut, which is why certain foods can trigger a break out. Also most commercial detergents, shampoos and soaps etc exacerbate the problem. Try using ecover or natural alternatives for the above products. We have used probiotics for eczema, with superb results. Start with one a day, then after 2 weeks if no major improvement up the dosage to 2-3. Once you have the skin back to normal, take a maintenance dosage of one tablet a day The best probiotic we found was primadophilus reuteri or bifidus. Try and go as organic as possible in what you eat and use on you skin, and always wash new clothing, that has been our recent culprit. Good luck!

Answer 3

More than likely you do not have eczema, you typically find eczema around the neck, elbows and behind the knees. Most people who have eczema describe a dry scaly patchy area that itches and sometimes burnes. You may want to go to a dermatologist to actually be diagnosed and treated.

Answer 4

to be sure of what eczema you have get help from a skin care expert. yes, there are different types of eczema. to avoid eczema flares it is best that you avoid unhealthy habits like smoking and alcohol. avoid scratching the affected product. use an all natural and non-perfumed skin care products. try to wear clothes that are not tight and rough. check your diet. avoid skin irritants. try to keep the skin hydrated by drinking a lot of water. use an all natural skin care moisturizer to keep the skin from drying. visit http://www.skinoriginal.com for more tips on how to prevent eczema flares.

Answer 5

there are different degrees of eczema. some are huge redish skin with a white cake of dry skin on top. yours sounds the same as the eczema my son had when he was younger. his faded, now gone as he has gotten older. his was on his chest. soaps, fabric softener, harsh laundry soap, etc would irritate his. believe it or not swimming in the pool helped it. i guess it was the cholerine. it looked the best when he was in water polo in high school.

Answer 6

You probably have a less severe condition of eczema.

Answer 7

it differs from person to person. Eczema is kinda a broad term. I used to have it myself on my elbows and it didnt itch at all. It was just red and bumpy.
You need to find what triggers it. Different things trigger it for different ppl. Perhaps there is a chemical in the water?

Answer 8

There are different kinds