There is so much confusion
about what Eczema is and often time people confuse Eczema with Fungi infection.
But enough of the confusion let us talk about Eczema!
Eczema is a health
condition that causes the skin to become dry, cracked and itchy and irritated.
The CAUSE of Eczema is UNKNOWN, but is associated mostly with people who have
allergies. It may run in families especially alongside conditions such as
Asthma.
Eczema maybe triggered by
certain conditions and materials such as stress, extreme heat or cold,
sunlight, toilet soap, detergents for washing clothes, body cream or lotion,
wet grass or some weed, insect bites, some foods e.g cow milk and eggs, etc.
When you hear some
families, clan or villages say we forbid this or that food or item, it is most
likely because some persons have been allergic to it in the past.
Some children or adult
walk through wet grass and get severe itching or irritations, that’s a sign of
Eczema. Even the label on clothes can cause eczematous reactions in some
children!
Eczema affects children
more than adults. Atopic dertmatitis is the commonest form of Eczema. Others
include; Discord, Contact, Dyshydrotic and Seborrhoeic eczema.
Although any part of the
body may be affected by atopic dermititis, the most affected parts include;
- Scalp of the head
- Cheeks
- Around the neck
- Hands including the elbows
- Around the knees
TREATMENT
There is NO CURE for
Eczema; however the condition may improve with age and by simply avoiding the
triggers treatment which is meant to relieve symptoms and improve quality of
life. Treatment options include;
1. Use of Mositurizers or
emollients
2. Antihistamines and
corticosteriods - cream and ointments to reduce itching and swellings
3. Special bandages and
wet wraps are also helpful
4. See your doctor -
especially if you suspect food allergy
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Dr. Anthony Adoghe
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