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Do Dogs Help Prevent Eczema and Asthma?
Medscape Animals are a common trigger for eczema and asthma symptoms but two new US studies show dogs may not be the enemy they are often thought to be. The first study shows babies born in a home with a dog during pregnancy receive protection from eczema … Dogs may lower risk of childhood eczema, reduce asthma symptoms Newer Eczema Treatments Offer Relief Dogs may protect against childhood eczema, reduce asthma symptoms: new studies |
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How To Prevent Your Eczema From Turning Into A Full-Blown Itchy, Scaly Rash – Women’s Health
Women’s Health |
How To Prevent Your Eczema From Turning Into A Full-Blown Itchy, Scaly Rash
Women’s Health Fall is so close that you can faintly smell the pumpkin spice everything. While some will be preparing by stocking up on cozy sweaters and booties, eczema sufferers will be preparing for a season of miserably irritated skin. Eczema is inflammation of … |
How To Prevent Your Eczema From Turning Into A Full-Blown Itchy, Scaly Rash – Women’s Health
Women’s Health |
How To Prevent Your Eczema From Turning Into A Full-Blown Itchy, Scaly Rash
Women’s Health Fall is so close that you can faintly smell the pumpkin spice everything. While some will be preparing by stocking up on cozy sweaters and booties, eczema sufferers will be preparing for a season of miserably irritated skin. Eczema is inflammation of … |
Prevent theft in the practice
80% of practices will experience embezzlement every five years. To protect yourself, one expert advises: Avoid blind trust; rely on written checks for refunds; separate employee duties; routinely audit financial systems; and consider going cashless.
Dermatology Times – Dermatology
Natural Eczema Treatment – 10 Simple Ways to Help Prevent Eczema
Eczema is a particularly distressing complaint. Apart from the dry, scaly, itchy skin which itself can be a misery, the unattractive red blotches can be the cause of acute embarrassment resulting in mental as well as physical torment. While there are many proprietary medications available, more and more people are searching for an effective natural eczema treatment and the purpose of this article is to suggest a number of ways in which eczema can be remedied, simply and naturally.
The following list, though not exhaustive, does cover the most effective natural eczema treatments, most of which could themselves be the subject of an article.
determine what actually triggers the eczema outbreaks and do everything possible to avoid it
maintain a healthy diet; avoid saturated fats and eat plenty of food rich in omega 3 such as salmon
avoid stressful situations both physical and mental
hydrate your body by drinking plenty of water, at least 2 litres per day is recommended
do not take baths, take warm showers with fragrance-free soap then dab dry
avoid activities that cause sweating
avoid clothes of wool and synthetic materials and choose cotton clothing
avoid wearing tight fitting clothing
ensure skin is well moisturised but avoid lotions that contain fragrances
apply cream containing natural vitamin E
In addition, when searching for a natural eczema treatment for skin that is already affected by eczema, the following have proved to be effective
blueberry leaf extract
coconut oil
aloe vera
taking an oatmeal bath (yes honestly).
You don’t need me to tell you how much of a pain eczema can be, but if you do apply some of the tips listed above you will be taking positive action which should significantly reduce the incidence of eczema flare-ups.
However, we must accept that although these measures are effective and will certainly bring much needed relief … they are not a cure.
Complete Relief from Eczema
Acne: Simple Tricks to Prevent & Treat Facial Acne
After treating thousands of patients for acne Dr. Norris has found that there are only a few over-the-counter tricks to treat acne. While, there have been quite a few claims out there saying that the best home remedy for acne is the sun. The sun decreases inflammation and sometimes improves acne, but this is not a typical recommendation from Dermatologists since the sun speeds up premature aging and increases the risk of skin cancer over time. So while many people will tell you the sun helps with acne, sometimes the risks outweigh the rewards.
Mineral foundation powder makeup is a very good way to protect your face from excessive sun exposure without causing acne. In general, Dr. Norris recommends avoiding lotions, creamy moisturizers and sunscreens on the face if you are acne prone. When choosing a daily foundation makeup, mineral powder is the best choice for acne prone skin. Avoid liquid foundations, “cover-up,” tinted moisturizers, or bb and cc creams, as these products will have the same affects as a lotion or creamy moisturizer: clogging pores and potentially causing more acne. Mineral powders come in multiple shades that match your skin tone while protecting against the sun.
Another suggestion as mentioned in the last post is sticking to a simple daily skincare routine, washing your face only once a day with a pH-balanced facial cleanser, followed by a light moisturizer like the Amanda Blakley Skincare glycerin spray. If you have a blemish or are having a breakout you can spot treat with over the counter benzoyl peroxide gel (5% or 10%). If you use benzoyl peroxide you want to be careful with clothes and towels as it might bleach them.
If you cannot get your acne under control at home by simplifying your routine or trying over the counter benzoyl peroxide, which has anti-inflammatory properties to help minimize blemishes, then it is time to call and schedule an appointment with your dermatologist. Typically, they can prescribe topical and/or oral medication to help get your acne under control.
Prevent Back Acne (Bacne)
“Bacne”
I don’t know about you but I had many friends growing up who suffered from back acne and seeing as my mom was a dermatologist would always ask me how I avoid it or how to get rid of it and I never really knew the answer, I just knew I was lucky that I didn’t have it! After sitting down with Dr. Norris I learned that some people are more prone to “bacne” than others and specifically there are two groups, people who sweat a lot such as athletes and then those with a genetic predisposition for acne. Meaning this condition has a hereditary property, so don’t forget to thank your parents next time you see them if you have breakouts on your back! But don’t start to worry yet because there is still hope as there are some ways to minimize breakouts on your back.
3 Tips for Minimizing Bacne
- Taking shower as soon after exercises or physical activity can help prevent breakouts
- Try to get out of your sweaty clothes as soon as possible after exercise. A lot of times people go to a work out class or on a run then head to meet up with friends, but staying in your sweaty clothes can impact your skins health and cause breakouts. If you don’t have time to shower, at least change!
- Using benzoyl peroxide to treat this condition but you want to be very careful when using benzoyl peroxide as it can bleach your clothes and towels. Dr. Norris suggests putting it on directly after bathing and letting it dry completely before putting on your pajamas or climbing into bed!
- Finally, it is sometimes helpful to wash your back once a week with a medicated shampoo such as Selsun blue shampoo.
While some of these preventative measures can help minimize breakouts typically a dermatologist should see this condition, as a common treatment is an oral antibiotic along with a good skincare routine. Acne on the back does not tend to respond as readily to topical treatments as the inflammation is deeper in the hair follicle on the back than say acne is on the face.
Amanda Blakley Skincare – BLOG
Earlier diagnosis of psoriatic arthritis will prevent disease progression
Psoriatic arthritis can often go undiagnosed in patients with psoriasis, and an earlier diagnosis is critical to prevent the adverse effects of psoriatic arthritis, according to an expert.
Modern medicine – dermatology
How to Prevent Eczema – New Research on Eczema Prevention
By Mike Arsenault (bio below) Ten years ago my daughter Emily was born with eczema. Being an acupuncturist, I knew that using steroids on her tiny, infant body could be a very slippery slope, so I used my herbal training to make a simple herbal balm for her. It worked so well that I used […]
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