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is eczema heriditary?

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Is eczema hereditary: Yes it can be, bur having said that, not all cases of eczema are hereditary.But it can be hereditary just like asthma which is its cousin.

Question 2

eczema and probities?

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Probiotics: Inflammation of the skin, eczema, can be affected by inflammatory bacteria in the GI tract. The most effective way to change bacterial composition onfthe GI tract is to change the composition of the food you eat. Dairy, wheat, sugar, and processed foods feed the pro-inflammatory bacteria. Vegetables and fish feed the good ones. Probiotics may help some. Topical vit d oil can be helpful, too.

Question 3

how to manage eczema?

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HC cream; moisturize: To treat mild or moderate eczema, hydrocortisone 1% cream (use a thin coat on the rash twice a day, for 5-10 days) is cheap, found at most stores and works well. A daily moisturizing cream (Cetaphil, CeraVe, Eucerin, etc.) used 2-4 times a day helps to heal eczema and to prevent return of the rash. One can avoid creams with lanolin, aloe, or fragrances if sensitive to the ingredients. Avoid soaps.

Question 4

how is eczema treated?

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Multiple modalities!: Eczema is treated in a few ways. The mainstay of treatment is usually either topical steroid creams or immunomodulaters. Keep in mind though that eczema is a chronic, recurring condition so there truly isnt a cure,  but there are methods to keep it under control. Using mild soaps like dove, and thick moisturizing creams daily, like eucerin or cetaphil is recommended. Antihist used for itch control.

Question 5

how to fight eczema ?

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Eczema: If the eczema is very severe, a dermatologist is best to treat and provide good follow-up care if needed. Try to determine what triggers your eczema--certain foods,a pet,mold, pollen,dust. Nonprescription corticosteroid ointments relieve itching and inflammation in mild cases. Take an antihistamine like diphenhydramine at bedtime. See a dermatologist for more severe eczema. Many medications are av

Question 6

how does eczema start?

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Chronic Inflammation: Eczema is a chronic inflammatory skin condition. Seems to due to genetic defects in the proteins and lipids supporting the skin layer/barrier called the epidermis. Disruption of this barrier results in inflammation of the skin. You likely have a family history of this condition as it tends to be passed on genetically. Eczema can be mild, moderate or severe. See an allergist or dermatologist.

Question 7

what exactly is eczema?

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Dry skin: A simple definition of eczema is dry skin.

Question 8

how can i avoid eczema?

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See below.: Eczema is in the same family of conditions as allergies and asthma. It can't be cured but usually can be controlled. It's best managed by using a sensitive skin cleanser, avoiding bathing in very hot water, and using a sensitive skin lotion at least 3 times daily, even when the rash isn't there. If doing this doesn't help enough, please see your doctor for additional treatment.

Question 9

can eczema make u sick?

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It depends.: It depends on what you mean by 'sick' -- eczema can be very itchy, which is uncomfortable, and it can get infected. Eczema by itself doesn't cause nausea, fever, or other whole-body symptoms, other than the rash and itch.

Question 10

what is good for eczema?

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Avoid triggers.: Eczema flare-ups may have a specific trigger, such as a food or heat or perspiration or tobacco smoke. Scratching is a trigger too. Keeping the skin hydrated with moisturizers is the core of treatment - specially after bathing. Steroid creams can stop the itch-scratch-itch cycle of flare-ups. Some studies suggest getting enough vitamin vitamin d, omega 3's & probioitmay help - but not proven.

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