Atopic Dermatitis
When chronic inflammation occurred in the skin although it is non-contagious, it is called Atopic dermatitis or atopic eczema. For some people it referred to as “skin asthmaâ€.
Sometimes Atopic dermatitis is mistakenly identified as Psoriasis
Symptoms of Atopic Dermatitis
- Ear discharge
- Itchy and dry skin
- Skin lesions on the cheeks mostly in infants.
- Oozing and crusting blisters on some part of the body
- Occurrence of rashes on some parts of the body like the cheeks, arms, and legs
Causes of Atopic Dermatitis
- Atopic eczema
- Allergic rhinitis
- Poor Nutrition
- Hereditary
- Irritant foods and saliva
- Sudden temperature changes
Home remedies / Treatment of Atopic dermatitis
Aqueous cream:
Apply in affected areas it helps keep the skin moisturized
Antibacterial Ointment:
OTC, apply in affected area, it helps to refrain being infected by bacteria and prevents skin swelling.
Colloidal Oatmeal:
Put some colloidal oatmeal in tub bath waters
Oolong Tea:
Drink oolong tea at least twice a day
Prevention of Atopic dermatitis
Don’t smoke
Avoid being stressed
Have an adequate time of sleep
Avoid s milk, nuts, cheese, tomatoes, wheat, yeast, and corn
Avoid dust, and dusty places since it triggers the asthma
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Pingback by Atopic Dermatitis : Nutrition — April 14, 2008 @ 12:36 pm
Babies are the most victim of this kind of skin problem. Thank you for letting us know how is this being treated.
Comment by Sinus Relief — January 13, 2010 @ 9:52 pm