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Eczema
Eczema (from the Greek Ekzema – to boil) is an inflammatory disease of the surface layer of the skin. A chronic course is noted. The nature of the disease is neuro-allergic.
Manifestation of eczema
Eczema manifests itself as a rash, which can be of different types, but usually – blisters. Eczema is often accompanied by severe itching.
Development of eczema
The development of eczema occurs with increased sensitivity to several (sometimes to one, but rarely) allergens, and to one’s own cells and tissues.
The result of this is a violent reaction of the skin to various external and internal influences.
Exacerbations and their intensity depend on the time of contact with the allergen, its quantity, and individual sensitivity.
Causes of eczema
External factors for the appearance of eczema:
- dyes (both chemical and vegetable)
- household chemicals
- foods
- preservatives
- cosmetical tools
- metals
- insect bites
- medications
The occurrence of allergies is not excluded in cases where a person previously had contact with these external factors without any problems.
Internal factors for the appearance of eczema:
- microbes in foci of chronic infection (caries, sinusitis, ear inflammation, etc.)
- stress and stressful situations experienced.
- lack of sleep
- excessive physical activity
- disruption of the digestive tract
- liver dysfunction
- pregnancy
- disruption of the endocrine system (diabetes)
- genetic predisposition
Diagnosis of eczema disease
Conduct laboratory blood tests for a number of allergens.
eczema Treatment
- eliminating factors that contribute to the development of the disease
- increasing the body’s defenses
- normalization of the nervous system
- lifestyle correction
- drawing up a nutrition plan
- drug treatment
In our medical center “Prima Medica” (Kaluzhskaya metro station), a dermatologist will prescribe you competent treatment.