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Q: What are the causes of eczema?

A: The exact cause of eczema is still unknown. Generally speaking, the skin of eczema patients is more sensitive to certain substances. Eczema can be divided into acute eczema and chronic eczema according to its nature. In chronic eczema, eczema is caused by internal factors and manifests itself externally. Moreover, the internal factors that cause eczema are varied and vary from person to person, and the external symptoms are also different. Atopic eczema (also known as pediatric eczema, atopic dermatitis): It is believed to be hereditary and often occurs in babies with a family history of allergies, nasal allergies or asthma. It can appear on the face, scalp, neck, inner wrists, back of the knees, and buttocks. Eczema often occurs in family members at the same time due to certain changes in genes, although the details of these gene changes are still not fully understood.

Seasonal eczema (dyshidrosis): Eczema caused by hot sweat in spring and summer is also called dyshidrosis. It is a type of eczema that is prone to occur on the hands and feet. Transparent, pearl-like small blisters will appear on the palms, sides of fingers and soles of feet. The size of the blisters is about 1 to 5 mm. Occasionally, large blisters may appear, usually accompanied by moderate to severe itching. Usually, the itching is the most severe when the blisters first appear. The blisters usually subside in 2 to 3 weeks, after which the itching decreases and gradually forms a ring-shaped desquamation or peeling. Stuffy and hot summer sunshine is one of the causes of dyshidrosis. Localized hyperhidrosis is considered to be an important cause of dyshidrosis. Therefore, dyshidrosis is prone to occur in late spring and summer. Dyshidrosis may also be related to emotional stress. Usually, the acute attack period is the most itchy, and people often can't help scratching or rubbing. Scratching the skin and secondary bacterial infection may occur. If there are cracks on the skin or secondary bacterial infection, there will be symptoms of pain or tenderness.

Seasonal eczema (lipid-deficient eczema): The changing of seasons is a major enemy for eczema patients, especially the dry seasons, i.e. autumn and winter. Winter eczema is also called lipid-deficient eczema. As the name suggests, it is caused by the reduction of lipids on the surface of the skin, which becomes dry and damaged.

Housewife's eczema (also known as dyshidrosis, progressive palmar keratosis): It is common in people who frequently come into contact with water and irritants, such as housewives, hairdressers, cement workers, etc. It occurs on the fingers and palms, usually not beyond the wrists, and small blisters begin to grow on the fingers, becoming thicker and keratinized. In severe cases, the skin becomes dry, flaky, and even cracked and bleeding. This is generally believed to be related to skin allergic reactions.

Allergen allergy: The patient's immune system is abnormally sensitive and allergic to certain substances in the surrounding environment or food (called "allergens"). Allergen allergies vary from person to person, but common allergens include household dust mites, irritating detergents or chemicals, soaps, perfumes, pollens, animal hair, wool clothing, plastic products, rubber products, artificial leather products, artificial building components, etc.

Dietary factors: Artificial foods containing various chemical ingredients, MSG, milk, eggs, peanuts and seafood are often considered to be allergens that cause eczema. Some people may experience aggravated eczema after eating white sugar, white rice and white bread. Personal factors: Emotional stress, lack of rest, night sleep, decreased immunity and drug abuse can all make the symptoms of eczema worse. In addition, chronic gastrointestinal diseases, chronic alcoholism, intestinal parasites, metabolic disorders and endocrine disorders are all causes of eczema.

Q: Is eczema contagious?

A: Eczema is not contagious. It is caused by the active internal immune function affecting the skin, not bacteria or viruses.

Q: How to improve eczema?

A: In terms of personal care, pay attention to skin hygiene, trim nails frequently, avoid scratching, and change beds frequently. Do not take a bath for too long, use moderate water temperature, use less chemical soap, use mild shower gel, and pay attention to keeping the skin moisturized.

In terms of diet, patients with eczema should avoid alcohol, beef, nuts, seafood, fried and spicy foods, milk, eggs, artificial colors and preserved foods to reduce skin irritation. If the allergens that cause eczema can be found, they can avoid contact with allergenic objects or eating allergenic foods and related products.

As for clothing, since hot and humid weather can also trigger eczema, patients should avoid wearing woolen underwear and nylon jerseys. In hot and humid weather, try to stay in an air-conditioned environment with a moderate temperature to keep the skin cool.

Keep your home clean, avoid carpets, animal hair, pollen-containing plants, and furry toys. Many household chemicals, detergents, and disinfectants can irritate the skin and worsen eczema. Patients should try to use products designed for sensitive skin, preferably organic products.

Get enough sleep and rest, and keep a cheerful mood to avoid affecting your immunity due to overwork, lack of rest, emotional and stress problems.

Q: Is there any way to treat eczema?

A: Try to avoid contact with allergens, drink plenty of water, and enhance your body's immunity.

Applying a natural organic eczema moisturizer to keep your skin moisturized and hydrated can prevent dryness. Organic eczema moisturizer has effective ingredients to soothe and repair damaged skin, which can reduce itching and redness and accelerate the healing of damaged skin.

Chinese medicine treatment can improve physical constitution, but it cannot quickly relieve acute itching and redness and swelling.

Steroid ointments, but continued use may cause permanent damage to the skin, such as thinning of the skin or the appearance of orange peel.

Antibiotics and disinfectants are used to treat infected skin, but continuous use will make the drugs lose their effectiveness. If used improperly, there is a chance of drug allergy. According to studies, the drug resistance rate of many clinical pathogens in Hong Kong is quite high, which is largely related to the abuse of antibiotics in Hong Kong.

There are also antihistamines that can combat allergy symptoms, but they commonly cause resistance, drowsiness, possible headaches, and gastrointestinal upset.

Q: Can eczema be cured?

A: For infants and children with eczema, if properly treated, 60-70% of children can recover as they grow up. For other people with eczema, eczema is an allergic skin disease with complex etiology. General Chinese and Western medicine can only alleviate the symptoms. If the cause of individual eczema can be identified, avoid contact with allergens and eating allergic things, enhance the body's immunity, and try to keep the body and mind relaxed, the chance of recurrence will be reduced.

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