Question 1

i think i may have dyshidrotic eczema on my fingers. some of my nail beds are puffy, and their respective nails warped. is there a connection?

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Yes: Any dermatitis or inflammation near the nail can cause abnormal nail growth and thusly the normal appearance of those nails can change.

Question 2

i have been diagnosed with gilbert's syndrome and dyshidrotic eczema is there a connection? i also wonder if candida overgrowth is at play here?

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No: There is no connection between these two diseases and there does not have to be candidiasis.

Question 3

i have what is believed to be dyshidrotic eczema on my hands.  about 10 years ago, i had a positive ana blood test.  is there any connection?

Accepted Answer

No: Ignore ana's unless they are very high titer or relate to specific concerns. Millions of people just in the us have had positive ana's that mean absolutely nothing.

Question 4

is there a vaccine for dyshidrotic eczema?

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Dermatologist: There is no vaccine for dyshidrotic eczema. A dermatologist is best to treat you and provide follow-up for this problem.

Question 5

dyshidrotic eczema is not linked to asthma. only atopic eczema is linked to asthma( hence the term "atopic march")

is this correct?

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Yes that's correct: atopic march explains natural history of allergy progression in atopic individuals, while dyshidrotic eczema is different usually has no known cause, and treatment is different, but an individual can have the condition and have asthma too as two separate conditions not necessarily linked

Question 6

could you be affected by 2 different types of eczema at the same time? say dyshidrotic eczema and atopic dermatitis?

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Yes!: Your eczema may be of several types at the same time - it's all versions of the same process, all of which respond to similar topical medications.  See your primary care provider for some good ointments that will help.

Question 7

i was diagnosed with dyshidrotic eczema. i dont know whats triggering it. im on my antihistamines. but are there any specific diet i should follow?

Accepted Answer

Dry skin: Dyshydrotic eczema is another name for rash BC of dry skin. Moisturizing ones skin is the treatment. Food allergy is not a cause.

Question 8

im 18 and i got dyshidrotic eczema(not severe) a month ago and  now im afraid that i will get asthma. is there any way to prevent getting asthma?

Accepted Answer

Avoid Asthma: You need to live the good life.  Avoid any respiratory irritants like smoke, strong odors and chemicals.  Careful with chlorine - dont spill it and watch what you mix it with!   be in well ventilated areas.  Of course you shouldn't smoke anything.

Question 9

what's done for dyshidrosis eczema?

Accepted Answer

The itchy blisters: Also known as pomphylix, is an intensely itchy that can be acute, chronic, or recurrent dermatosis of the fingers, palms, and soles, frequently with sudden onset of many deep-seated itchy, clear vesicles; later, scaling, fissures which can cause pain. It is diffult to treat and often requires potent steroids. There are other treatments. Consult doc/dermatologist for eval. Good luck.

Question 10

dyshidrotic eczema but not itchy, what to do?

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Topical Steroids: Dyshidrotic eczema that is unresponsive to general skin care measures is treated with higher potency topical corticosteroids like triamcinolone 0.5% ointment (group 3). Used twice per day while the rash is present then stop when it resolves. Avoid irritants, continue extensive skin hygiene measures, and encourage daily moisturization with products like Vanicream.

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I think i may have dyshidrotic eczema on my fingers. some of my nail beds are puffy, and their respective nails warped. is there a connection?

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I have been diagnosed with gilbert's syndrome and dyshidrotic eczema is there a connection? i also wonder if candida overgrowth is at play here?

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I have what is believed to be dyshidrotic eczema on my hands. about 10 years ago, i had a positive ana blood test. is there any connection?

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Is there a vaccine for dyshidrotic eczema?

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Dyshidrotic eczema is not linked to asthma. only atopic eczema is linked to asthma( hence the term "atopic march") is this correct?

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Could you be affected by 2 different types of eczema at the same time? say dyshidrotic eczema and atopic dermatitis?

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I was diagnosed with dyshidrotic eczema. i dont know whats triggering it. im on my antihistamines. but are there any specific diet i should follow?

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Im 18 and i got dyshidrotic eczema(not severe) a month ago and now im afraid that i will get asthma. is there any way to prevent getting asthma?

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What's done for dyshidrosis eczema?

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Dyshidrotic eczema but not itchy, what to do?

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