Saturday, March 3, 2012

Eczema Home Remedies To Provide Relief

By Jeremy Williams


Itchy and uncomfortable, scaly rashes on your skin may be a medical condition that can be treated at home. Eczema home remedies can be helpful in discovering the cause of the issue, or at the very least giving comfort from the irritation.

Your rashes may be caused by any number of bacterial or environmental factors, so keep that in mind as you treat yourself. It is important to discuss your intentions with a medical professional, particularly to be certain that the relief is due to solving the underlying problem rather than simply masking symptoms.

Going gluten-free and grain free has had an effect on some sufferers, in some cases removing the problem completely. This is a very low-risk dietary change for most people, though major dietary changes should involve a discussion with a primary care physician. Removing wheat and grain may reveal an intolerance that the sufferer was not aware he or she had, though it can take several weeks for the effects of a grain intolerance to leave the body. The same may be said for dairy products as well.

Coconut oil is becoming a go-to remedy for a variety of skin conditions due to its antimicrobial, anti-fungal, and antioxidant qualities. Organic coconut oil is available in most grocery stores and some pharmacies, and can simply be applied to clean skin in place of lotions or creams. Coconut oil users tend to recommend applying it a few times each day until symptoms start to show signs of abatement.

The best way to reduce irritation and help prevent new rashes is to reduce the amount of things that come in unnecessary contact with your skin. Detergents, perfumes, deodorant, soap, conditioner, lotion, all of it contains unpronounceable chemicals and artificial fragrances, some of which have been proven toxic. Most household cleaning can be managed with vinegar and baking soda, but most people don't realize they can use both on their skin, hair, and teeth as well. You can clean a sink, a dish, or your hair or face all the same way: scrub with a paste of baking soda and water, rinse it off, and then rinse again with a weak solution of apple cider vinegar and water.

Symptoms may be relived by using wet wraps on the effected area. Wet wraps are simple, just hydrate the affected area and cover with a wet cloth, and then wrap with a dry cloth. This keeps moisture on the skin and is particularly effective for overnight comfort. It may be beneficial to add a steroid creme or a simple baking soda paste against the skin, but doing so under the guidance of a medical professional is the best way to go.

Always discuss changes to your appetite or treatment plan with your doctor first. You know what is best for your body, but your physician may have insight into potential drawbacks to your plans. Eczema home remedies are simple and organic changes intended to provide relief; if they do not work, your condition may require professional medical attention.




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