Thursday, February 26, 2009

Remedy For Eczema And Skin Conditions

By Kristy Matthews

Whilst many people think of eczema as an allergy, eczema is actually just a reaction to an irritation - like residue detergent on your clothes or a reaction towards certain types of foods. Eczema is also not contagious - it does not transfer from person to person. However, Eczema can be frustrating to treat as you may not know what is triggering it.

Eczema is a common condition that affects people of all ages, although it seems affect more children than adults. 1 in 20 people have been found to suffer from eczema but because it is not well understood and the exact causes are complex, it can be difficult to pinpoint the trigger. Therefore, not all remedies for eczema will work for every sufferer. However, each remedy for eczema has worked for someone, so it might just work for you!

Some signs of Eczema are: very dry skin, rashes, blisters, itchy skin, inflammed or angry-looking skin, bleeding etc. Those who suffer from this skin condition can look for an eczema remedy to naturally heal themselves. However, it is always advisable to consult the opinion of your physician. Children who suffer from eczema will generally heal itself by their early adulthood.

Eczema seems to affect the skin around the back and lower legs the most.. however, it is not uncommon for it to appear on the face and hands as well. One of the resulting effects is very dry skin. So, the first step in your remedy for eczema is to apply a non-irritating moisturizer regularly. Doing this after your bath is best. But be sure to get a moisturizer that has no fragrance or harsh chemicals as this could worsen your eczema. For a 100% natural moisturizer, use Vitamin E or Olive Oil. The great thing about oils are that a little goes a long way!

There are many herbal remedies for eczema available to help reduce the symptoms. Applying honey to your skin for it's anti-bacterial properties, drinking or consuming ginger pills or tea for it's anti-inflammatory properties and making a tumeric powder and olive oil paste to apply to your skin for it's anti-inflammatory properties as well. Once you get to know the natural properties of the herbs provided by nature, you are on your way to a healthier life.

The next thing to do is see if you are allergic to certain types of food. A common culprit would be dairy products - milk, cheese, etc. Once you know what the problem is, eliminate the foods from your diet to see if it acts as a remedy for eczema. If it works, you may be tempted to avoid the food group completely, and leave it at that. But an allergy could be a symptom of an immune deficiency or some other condition. Do consult your physicians to see what can be done to help your body recover and be able to tolerate these foods without a flare up of Eczema.

Steroids and steroid creams are another remedy for eczema that some people recommend. However, if overused, it can be potentially damaging to your skin and long-term health. It's strongly recommended that you avoid a steroids based medication or course of treatment if possible, as 100% natural treatments would have no harmful chemicals or potentially risky side effects.

With so many different remedies available, it can take awhile to find one that works for you. Before purchasing a remedy for eczema, read the testimonials and look for a money back guarantee. Consistency is key to any herbal treatment so be sure to stick to your regiment as long as your condition does not worsen.

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