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    Eczema: AMIN, Islam Samir A. BIO13 - Fundamentals of Zoology - DR - Luisa Cuarema de La Salle University-Dasmariñas

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    Eczema is a chronic inflammatory condition that causes itchy, red, dry skin. It is caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors that result in an abnormal immune response and skin barrier defects. Common symptoms include dry, sensitive, inflamed skin and severe itching. Treatment focuses on moisturizing the skin and using steroid creams, antihistamines, or light therapy to reduce inflammation and itching. While there is no cure, lifestyle changes and medical treatment can help manage symptoms.

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    Eczema is a chronic inflammatory condition that causes itchy, red, dry skin. It is caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors that result in an abnormal immune response and skin barrier defects. Common symptoms include dry, sensitive, inflamed skin and severe itching. Treatment focuses on moisturizing the skin and using steroid creams, antihistamines, or light therapy to reduce inflammation and itching. While there is no cure, lifestyle changes and medical treatment can help manage symptoms.

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    Eczema is a chronic inflammatory condition that causes itchy, red, dry skin. It is caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors that result in an abnormal immune response and skin barrier defects. Common symptoms include dry, sensitive, inflamed skin and severe itching. Treatment focuses on moisturizing the skin and using steroid creams, antihistamines, or light therapy to reduce inflammation and itching. While there is no cure, lifestyle changes and medical treatment can help manage symptoms.

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    ECZEMA

    AMIN, Islam Samir A.


    BIO13 | Fundamentals of Zoology | Dr.Luisa Cuarema
    De La Salle University-Dasmariñas
    HISTORY
    • Living with eczema can be an ongoing challenge. The word “eczema” is derived
    from a Greek word meaning “to boil over,” which is a good description for the red,
    inflamed, itchy patches that occur during flare-ups. Eczema can range from mild,
    moderate, to severe.
    • It’s most common for babies and children to develop eczema on their face
    (especially the cheeks and chin), but it can appear anywhere on the body and
    symptoms may be different from one child to the next. More often than not,
    eczema goes away as a child grows older, though some children will continue to
    experience eczema into adulthood.
    So what exactly is Eczema? 
    Atopic Dermatitis
    DESCRIPTION
    • Eczema symptoms include itchy, red, and dry skin caused by inflammation. It’s
    most commonly found in children, although adults can get it. It is also called
    atopic dermatitis and is treated with oral medications, steroid creams and light
    therapy .
    • Eczema makes your skin red and inflamed. It may be scaly, oozing, or crusty. You
    may see rough, leathery patches that are sometimes dark. ... But if you look
    closely, the skin is thicker and more inflamed than with eczema.
    • In addition, eczema is commonly found in families with a history of other allergies
     or asthma
    CAUSES
    • The current thinking is that eczema is caused by a combination of factors that
    include:
    • Genetics
    • Abnormal function of the immune system
    • Environment
    • Activities that may cause skin to be more sensitive
    • Defects in the skin barrier that allow moisture out and germs in
    • Endocrine disorders such as thyroid disease
    SYMPTOMS

    What to look for:


    • Dry, sensitive skin
    • Red, inflamed skin
    • Very bad itching
    • Dark colored patches of skin
    • Rough, leathery or scaly patches of skin
    • Oozing or crusting
    • Areas of swelling
    TREATMENT

    • The goal of treatment for eczema is to relieve and prevent itching, which can lead to
    infection. Since the disease makes skin dry and itchy, lotions and creams are recommended
    to keep the skin moist. These products are usually applied when the skin is damp, such as
    after bathing, to help the skin retain moisture. Cold compresses may also be used to relieve
    itching.
    • Other treatments include antihistamines to lessen severe itching.
    • Although there is no cure, most people can effectively manage their disease with medical
    treatment and by avoiding irritants. The condition is not contagious and can't be spread
    from person to person.
    How Can Eczema Be Prevented?

    Eczema outbreaks can sometimes be avoided or the severity lessened by following these simple tips:
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    • Moisturize frequently.
    • Avoid sudden changes in temperature or humidity.
    • Avoid sweating or overheating.
    • Reduce stress.
    • Avoid scratchy materials, such as wool.
    • Avoid harsh soaps, detergents, and solvents.
    • Be aware of any foods that may cause an outbreak and avoid those foods.
    • Use a humidifer in the room where you sleep.
    Does eczema affect the dermis?

    • Our skin is made up of an outer layer (epidermis), a middle layer (dermis) and an
    inner layer (subcutaneous layer). ... In people with eczema, the corneal layer
    (stratum basale: the deepest layer of epidermis, made up of cuboidal and
    columnar cells.) doesn't provide enough protection because it is damaged by the
    inflammatory response occurring in the skin.
    12 FOODS THAT CAN TRIGGER AN ECZEMA FLARE

    1. Dairy Milk
    2. Milk products, including butter, yogurt, cheese, cottage cheese, and sour cream
    3. Eggs
    4. Soy
    5. Gluten
    6. Nuts
    7. Fish
    8. Shellfish
    9. Grapes
    10. Oranges
    11. Tomatoes
    12. Processed Foods, including bacon, sausage, and lunchmeat.

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