ECZEMA

Eczema is a skin disease that affects the outer surface of the skin and is often known as atopic dermatitis or inflammation of the skin. This disease generally affects the children, though it can also start in the adulthood. A person affected by eczema will have an itchy and dry skin. According to the recent study the number of people affected by eczema is rising all over the globe.

Ayurvedic View:

Ayurveda explains this skin condition to be a superficial disease of the skin which is inflammatory in nature. Further it is considered as a minor form of leprosy in Ayurveda and is caused by the aggravation of kapha, vata and pitta.


Symptoms:

Eczema is classified in three main types and following are the symptoms of all the three types of eczema:

Acute Eczema

  • Redness and swelling
  • Papules
  • Large blistered vesicles
  • Scaling

Sub Acute Eczema

  • Redness and crusting
  • There is little or no swelling

Chronic Eczema

  • Less vesicular
  • More scaly
  • Pigmentation and thickening in skin
  • Fissures in skin

Causes:

Eczema affects the adults of both the sexes and is more common during summers. It can be genetic in origin and following can aggravate the symptoms of eczema:

  • Allergy to dust, mites and pollens
  • Food allergy mainly of wheat, nuts, milk, egg etc.
  • Environmental factors such as cold weather and dampness
  • Hormonal changes
  • Long showers in hot water
  • Harsh soaps and lack of moisture in the skin
  • Stress and sweating
  • Smoking

Herbal Remedy for Eczema:

If your shampoo or soap is too harsh replace those with milder shampoos and soaps. Keeping your skin moisturized also helps in eczema; you can use organic coconut oil, almond oil, and aloe vera to moisturize your skin deeply. Make dietary changes and consume more omega 3, vitamin C, D & E, and antioxidants. Avoid food that causes eczema such as cow milk and nuts.

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