Monday, October 13, 2008

Asthma and Eczema

So finally after years of dealing with ugly, dry hands and thinking it was just a chemical sensitivity, it comes that my eczema is back. Sometimes it pays to go to a specialist. I should have guessed myself, I had eczema as a child and I have asthma - duh!
So today we will discuss what? Can you guess?

Eczema

Lets start with the basics: Eczema is a skin condition with many causes. Eczema results from an increased skin sensitivity, often described as the skin sneezing. Eczema patients are more prone to skin infections. They are also more likely to have seasonal allergies, asthma or penicillin allergy.
For more information visit NationalEczema.org.

While I was given a prescription to relieve the current condition, I don't care to, and can't continue use over long periods of time. So what can I do naturally?
Control humidity - keep humidity at 40% of above
Stay away from pets with fur or feathers
Reduce exposure dust
Food irritants - tomatoes, citrus fruits, raw potatoes - beware of food allergies
Avoid wool, Dacron, and nylon - cotton is best
Avoid overheating
Avoid air-borne irritants - smoke, dander, perfumes, sprays, paints, varnishes
Reduce stress
Use mild soaps throughout your home

These tips should help keep the eczema from returning.

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