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treatment for adult eczema?
my fiance has had eczema for her entire life, she is 27, non smoker healthy eater and no matter what she does she always itches, she only wears cotton, stays away from acidic food. every morning and night i have to moisturize her entire body with "Billy goat soap moisturizer", this helps the eczema but does not get rid of it. everyday i watch my fiance try to tear her skin off in pain, is there anyone who knows of a treatment for adult eczema?
I've had eczema all my 44 years. I've been the one tearing my own skin off, and it's hell. I've had tiny dyshidrosis bumps on my hands, feet, forearms, and calves. I've had skin so infected pus dripped into my eyes. That said, it might be worse for those around the patient. So please understand that I offer this with the sincerest of intentions. Also realize I can only speak of my experiences, none of which involve medical school. Past performance is not an indicator of future results.
I do not consider myself cured of eczema, but it is now very much under control. My skin is almost 100% clear. Looking back, I believe my eczema was triggered by foods. Food diaries didn't work for me then. They help identify the causes of attacks after calm periods. I never had any calm periods.
I did know that Prednisone worked wonders. I'd been on it occasionally when I got really bad. But the side effects are horrible: liver damage, decreasing bone density, and glaucoma just to name a few. Prednisone is an immunosuppressant, and I began inquiring about that avenue of medicine.
One doctor put me on Cyclosporine, another immunosuppressant. That cleared me up beautifully while I was it. Trouble is, that can cause kidney problems, so you can't be on Cyclosporine for more than a year. But in that time I went to the Mayo Clinic, which advised me to get phototherapy. The theory goes that a chain of events has to occur for eczema to flare: Something like CD8 cells overreact, spawning CD4 killer T-cells that barrel out to wipe out the intruder. But when they can't find it, they just attack the body itself, and you get eczema. Apparently the phototherapy garbles the communication between the CD8 and CD4 cells. No one can tell you why or how this happens.
But I can tell you it works amazing well on me. I began getting treatment 2-3 times weekly, and it took about two months to see results. After a couple of years I was down to once a week. I very rarely miss treatments. (Big surprise, huh?) But if I do, it's not a big deal. There are no drug interaction problems to fret over and it takes about 3 minutes per treatment. I am subjected to full body exams every year, as there's a slight risk of skin cancer.
In a nutshell, here's my advice. Find a dermatology clinic with a light box. A good bet is the ambulatory portion of a medical school. Find a dermatologist who specializes in the links between dermatology and immunology. Look for a specialization in eczema or psoriasis. Make sure they're versed in phototherapy so they're aware of it as an option.
Once she clears up some, go for a food allergy test, like a scratch or skin prick test. I discovered I was routinely eating foods that I was allergic to, causing an almost constant series of breakouts. Eliminate those foods and you can maintain control of the eczema much better, though possibly not entirely. And do your own research. Dermatology books aren't that hard to read. Immunology is mindbogglingly complex, but I pieced together enough to help out my doctors.
I think of it this way: The Cyclosporine and phototherapy doused the forest fire of my eczema and reduced that chances of a spark. Problem is, that alone doesn't eliminate the possibility of its return. Eliminating the food triggers removed the fuel the forest fire of my eczema needs to sustain itself. I believe the two-tiered approach was the way to go for me.
Once she does get it under control -- and you have to have faith it'll happen -- don't be surprised if she struggles a bit psychologically. My eczema was so bad that's what I was known for; it was my built-in excuse if things didn't go right. With it under control, I had no alibis. I didn't grieve, but it was an adjustment.
I really wish the both of you the best. She's tough; you don't go through life with eczema without learning resilience. And you're a great sport for caring for her and supporting her as she suffers.
Information on Eczema – 5 Reasons to Include Efas in your Eczema Diet
Information of Eczema – Here is some very important information on eczema. You need to include omega 3 and omega 6 in your diet on a regular basis. Your body cannot manufacture the omegas and so it is vitally important for the healing and health of your eczema skin that you include these omegas.
Omega 3 and omega 6 are contained in essential fatty acids. Foods that contain essential fatty acids include Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Avocados, Flax Seed/Oil and Hemp Seed/Oil.
So why should you include essential fatty acids in your diet:
Information on Eczema – Why You Should Eat EFAs
#1 - EFAs are effective at lifting depression, elevating moods and suppressing hunger pangs.
#2 - EFAs transport toxins and pollutants from the body. Toxins such as pesticides, PCBs and chlorinated hydrocarbons are ever present within your body. EFAs help eliminate them efficiently.
Efficient elimination of toxins are essential for eczematous skin.
#3 - EFAs help to improve the immune system. The stronger your immune system the more efficient it will be at eliminating eczema, allergies and other skin diseases.
#4 - EFAs improve the digestive system’s ability to absorb nutrients from the foods you eat.
#5 - EFAs create velvety soft skin. EFA work from the inside out lubricating, healing and giving relief to eczema, psoriasis and other skin conditions.
If you seriously want to eliminate your eczema or improve the healing capability of your skin you need to include EFAs on a regular basis.
EFAs will help you skin to heal more efficiently. EFAs will help your body to feel smooth and velvety, improve the healing rate and smooth the annoying itching.
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