AKBF Ramblings

The medical profession is still undecided to the exact cause of eczema as some believe there may be genetic reasons for it,the genetic link remains to be proved. The signs are quite unmistakable, with areas of dry, red and itchy skin that are very pronounced. Some unfortunate victims exhibit other symptoms including blistering and skin that appears to be ‘crusty’.

There are many types but the most common of all is the atopic eczema,some are even specific to certain areas of the body but one common problem among all of them is itching. Atopic eczema brings with increased itching compare to other forms but is relieved when the sufferer scratches, Another problem caused by the condition is it makes the skin more sensitive to almost any substance,as a result, products like detergents, soaps and often cosmetics just inflame the condition.

In children, the condition is less noticeable because it is hidden below the surface of the skin which means it may be overlooked for some time. Although the primary factor with eczema is itching you might still be susceptible to normal rashes,the disorder is not responsible if the itching is not present. Eczema patients are given creams and lotions for example to use when they have flare-ups but if they use the treatment on some itchy skin where there is a rash and if the itching is helped but the rash remains it is more than likely that the rash has nothing to do with the itch. Ayurvedic medicine works on the principle of balancing each person’s system and unblocking, removing toxins,etc.

The problem is that because it is possible to have other medical conditions where itching is a symptom that diagnosis cannot be made this simply. Keep in mind though that eczema without a rash does not exist and it is still a problem today to fully understand the cause of itching. Another symptom is redness so when your blood flow increases, the skin becomes very red. With eczema, the skin can become inflamed for many reasons because it is already highly sensitive,it can also flare up if your skin gets infected by a bacteria. The other obvious signs are of course the blisters which generally speaking are quite tiny but larger blisters can be seen on people occasionally,a bacterial infection or a condition of your particular skin type many be the cause of this. These blisters may contain small amounts of fluid and in some cases a pus,bursting these blisters is not advisable if you do not want further infection.