What aggravates eczema?

Eczema, also known as atopic dermatitis, is a skin condition that affects millions of people around the world. It causes inflammation and irritation on various parts of the body like hands, legs, face, arms etc. Although there is no cure for eczema yet, its symptoms can be managed by avoiding certain triggers. In this article we will take a look at some things that can aggravate eczema.

An Introduction

If you’re one of the unlucky souls suffering from eczema outbreaks then life probably sucks right now. You’ve been told to avoid just about anything and everything that might possibly cause your skin to flare up in an annoying rash again – but how do you know what if these things are real or myths? Well dear reader let’s jump in together and banish any ambiguity forever- starting with heating Central Perk style chat ups

Chatting up strangers

Do not ever try chatting up strangers especially if they have pets because pet dander counts-big time! It’s important to remember your love life has nothing to do with inner peace which leads onto our second trigger..

Inner peace i.e stress levels

High stress level suck,am I right? And unfortunately they suck even more when it comes to flair-ups. Stress hormones such as cortisol increase inflammation within our bodies triggering harsher reactions (Inflammation & dry skin…).. So take yourself out for walks (assuming none of those fluffy creatures around) , watch cat videos or paint landscapes–anything really,to promote calmness.

Triggers Galore!

Let’s dive into other random things causing most inexplicable symptoms:

Pass The Salt…(and pepper)

Sodium Laureth Sulfate (SLS)- commonly found in household cleaning products –is notorious for causing highly sensitive rashes.And wait this isn’t contained solely home based products its also found in restaurant items-e.g. pizza crusts!If you’re a Chef or homemaker at heart, remember to wear gloves- kitchen variety preferably.

A Peeling – Avocado

Healthy food options like avocado may seem harmless but the act of peeling itself can cause irritation on your skin especially if it is already inflamed.Toss away that suspicious fruit and consume blueberries and cashews, they make amazing replacements!

Itsy-Bitsy Spiders…and Bed Bugs too!

Oh arachnids how we despise them – bed bugs/red biting mites/mite dermattis all take exacerbate eczema symptoms making the condition worse
Personally I say when in doubt burn the house down,but you know people will probably frown upon that.Other slightly more socially acceptable suggestions include encasing your mattress/cushions/pillows with allergen/barrier covers, decluttering regularly as well as vacuum cleaning once every two weeks (as minimum)

It’s All In The Nose

Fragrance-Free products are our best friends , Avoid heavily perfumed varieties. Opt for ones putting ‘eczema’ front & center label.Or better yet check it out before purchasing.

Super Soft Towels? NO CHANCE!

Although super soft towels might feel lovely,maybe even luxurious, after a hot shower- these blankets from heaven aren’t doing any favours to those suffering with eczema. Go for organic bamboo mattresses/towels-it’s softer than cotton and naturally hypoallergenic.

Quick Fixes For Instant Relief-

On days where flair ups happen for seemingly no reason what so ever – here are some easy quick fixes which alleviate discomfort until actual medication/veternian treatment happens

  • Boil an apricot kernal over low heat until oil starts seeping out.Then cool completely .Massage gently into affected area.
    Butter Milk-On inflamed area, applies for 10 minutes , then washing it off.

-Apple Cedar Vinegar -Mix1/3 vinegar and water.Apply with cotton balls onto rash;after a couple of days dilute with additional 1/3 cup water.Repeat this process everyday till the rash clears
All of aforementioned home remedies are natural anti-inflamatories helping soothe eczema symptoms

Over The Counter Options

If you’re looking for more serious relief options (or if your flare ups reached peak discomfort)-a quick visit to your pharmacist can put paid to any pain. They will probably suggest:

### Hydrocortisone

This is over-the-counter medication available either in ointment form or cream form.It reduces inflammation& lessens redness & soreness You’ll feel much better in mere minutes.

Conclusion

trigger avoidance coupled with good personal hygiene practices,best types food and easy use quick fixes-handling eczema no longer seems like an insurmountable task.Life isn’t perfect,nobody’s skin is perfect but maybe,just maybe a little bit better than before by avoiding these triggers!

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