eczema- a chronic skin disease
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ECZEMA (Dermatitis)
Presented By FARYAL SALEEMI
BATCH IXUniversity of Peshawer
Content: IntroductionForms of dermatitisSymptomsCausesTreatment
What is Eczema?Eczema is derived from Greek word “Ekzein” which means “to boil out”.
Also called as Dermatitis Derma means Skin-itis means inflammation
Eczema:Eczema is a term of medical conditions that causes the skin to become irritated or inflamed.
Its a chronic & non contagious disease.
Causes: The basic cause of eczema is overactive response by body’s immune system towards harmless substance.
Reduced oiling (lipid) barrier of skin, allowing moisture out and germs in.
Genetic makeup
Types of Eczema:
Contact EczemaAtopic Eczema
Contact Eczema:It is caused by exposure of irritant to the skin, repeatedly.
Atopic Eczema:It is a hereditary allergy
characterized by symptoms produced on open exposure to the environmental antigen.
60% of children with atopic eczema have one parent with the same condition.
If both parents have the condition then children run on 80% risk of developing eczema.
Approximately 90% of atopic eczema cases start before the age of 5.
Casual Factors:Soaps and detergentsHousehold chemicalsNickelCosmeticsCertain plants such as poison ivyCold and dry airGenetic factorEnvironmental causes like house dust mites, heat, pollen, pet fur etc
SymptomsItching. Scaling. Redness. Fluid-filled blisters. Cracking.
Dry and sensitive skinRecurring rashRough leathery patchesSwellingChange in infected skin color
Commonly Affected Body Parts
FaceNeckScalpHands & wristsFeet & anklesInner elbowsBack of kneesFore armLegsInside & back of ear
Treatment:
Creams and ointments containing corticosteroids are used to lessen inflammation
Antihistamines used to lessen sever itching
drug cyclosporinePhototherapy
Self Care:Moisturize frequentlyAvoid ScratchingAvoid sudden changes in temperature or
humidity.Reduce stress.Avoid scratchy materials, such as wool.Avoid harsh soaps, detergents, and
solvents.Be aware of any foods that may cause an
outbreak and avoid those foods.
References:Research paper by researchers of Oregon
State University on cause of Atopic Eczema, published on Dec 21, 2012.
Article on Probiotics for the Prevention of Childhood Eczema , Natural Medicine, 2011 May
http://www.britishskinfoundation.org.uk/SkinInformation/AtoZofSkindisease/Eczema.aspxDec7,2013
http://www.webmd.com/skin-problems-and-treatments/eczema/types-of-eczema?page=2
Article on Eczema, skin disease, written by Christian Nordqvist Oct 04, 2004; last updated Feb 21, 2013http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/14417.php
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