dimanche 21 août 2016

Why Many Patients Prefer An Alternative Treatment For Eczema

By Ronald Bennett


More than 15 million citizens of America have to live from day to day with skin that itches, that develop blisters, that is inflamed and painful and skin that is unsightly because it is bone dry. Even worse, 20 million more suffer from some of these symptoms at least some of the time. These unfortunate people often find it difficult to focus on anything other that the irritations that they are forced to suffer and their quality of life is often diminished. Most of them search for an alternative treatment for eczema.

Despite dedicated research over the past few decades there is still no cure for this condition. Treatment options are limited to the alleviation of the symptoms. Dermatitis does not discriminate. It is found across all age groups and the symptoms can occur on any part of the body. In most cases the symptoms come and go. Some patients experience long periods of remission only to suffer again without warning.

Medical science may not be able to cure dermatitis yet, but certain medication is available to help provide relief against the symptoms. Unfortunately many patients experience side effect and therefore rather depend upon other remedies. There are numerous natural remedies but their effectiveness depends upon the actual cause of the condition in each individual patient. To determine this cause is easier said than done.

It seems that this condition frequently afflicts people that suffer from a variety of allergies. Studies have show that the most likely allergens that will cause dermatitis include detergents, soap, perfumes, pet dander, mites and feathers. Certain food allergies also seem to trigger the development of the condition. By avoiding known allergens sufferers often experience almost immediate relief. It may be a good idea to get tested for the most common types of allergy.

Many patients have reported positive results after changing their diet. Dieticians recommend that patients consume probiotics, organic vegetables and fruit and food low in acids. It also seems as if daily vitamin supplements containing B12 and D play an important role in holding the condition at bay. Processed food should be avoided at all times and some experts recommend cutting out all foods containing gluten and dairy.

A surprising percentage of dermatitis patients also suffer from very high levels of emotional stress. Such patients often benefit if they make life style changes that eliminate stress factors. It may even be beneficial to opt for therapy in order to identify the factors that are responsible for those high stress levels. Taking up yoga or meditation or even a relaxing hobby such as painting also seems to help many patients.

There is no shortage of natural preparations that all promise to relief the symptoms of dermatitis. Care should be taken, however, before purchasing any of these remedies. Some even promise a cure and they should most certainly be avoided. Consumer feedback sites often provide valuable information on the effectiveness of these products. Using sunflower seed oil or coconut oil directly on afflicted areas seems to provide immense relief to many patients.

Living with eczema van be extremely trying. The symptoms can be painful, embarrassing and distracting all at the same time. Many sufferers are desperate to find relief and will try any remedy. It would be better to gather as much information as possible and to try and establish the underlying cause of the condition.




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