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Eczema Not Itchy
eczema or acne?
i have these really dry patches on my face with these little white bumps that i thought was acne, but they never went away. i recently went to the dermatologist and he told me it was eczema and gave me some desonide cream. But, i'm not sure, isn't eczema suppose to be itchy? the stuff on my face is flaky and dry, but not itchy at all. help??
Asking for a second opinion can help clear things up. there are many types of eczema, and the effectiveness of the remedies can vary from person to person. The best so far are natural remedies since they aren't irritating to the skin ad are absorbed easier thus give out immediate relief. Get more information about what eczema is and its possible remedies to help you get through it faster.
5 Ways to Treat Eczema Naturally
First, before we discuss these natural options, it's important to know WHY natural alternatives are ideal. Research has shown that eczema is often caused by underlying psychological (usually stress) trauma, food habits, or dehydration, and not external causes. That being the case, rubbing a steroid cream on your itchy skin may temporarily relieve the itch, but it won't solve your problem. You need to go further than just skin deep.
Try these natural eczema treatments to get to the root of your itchy skin problem:
1. Do a diet check. You eczema could actually be the result of a slight allergic reaction. Try and avoid foods that can cause eczema flare-ups, like citrus fruits, eggs, shellfish, chocolate, wheat, and cow's milk. Cut back on animal fat, sugar, caffeine, alcohol, and overly processed foods. Stick to whole grains and eat a lot of Vitamin A and potassium, like carrots and spinach.
2. Treat dry skin with severe hydration. Drink at least 2 liters of water a day.
3. Invest in a vitamin. Your body could be lacking a certain nutrient that's making your skin go haywire. Vitamin C and Vitamin F are often helpful in hydrating skin from the inside out.
4. Try some herbs and oils. Herbal remedies can be calming, which can help rash-prone skin, and with direct contact, can relieve itch and treat eczema. Visit an herbalist who is trained in Chinese Medicine or Ayurvedic Medicine.
5. Relax, relax, relax. Our skin often responds to whatever is going on inside us. If we're stressed out, our skin will get stressed out. If we relax, so will our skin. Stress-induced rashes, such as eczema often clear up on their own if some serious relaxation. Try and cut back on some of your obligations and spend more YOU time unwinding and by doing that get rid of stress. Your body, inside and out, will thank you!
About the Author
Fedora is a natural health and beauty specialist. To read more of her tips and advice visit her at fedorazine.com.
