eczema

Eczema and hay fever in childhood could develop into allergic asthma in adulthood. The risk of asthma in adulthood was found to be nine times higher among those who suffered from eczema and hay fever as children. The study looked at nearly 1,400 adult participants of the Tasmanian Longitudinal Health Study (TAHS). Participants were assessed ...click here to read more

A new study revealed that eczema in babies is tied to ‘hard’ water. Hard water contains a lot of minerals, and eczema is a chronic skin rash accompanied by itchiness. The study included 1,300 three-month old babies across the U.K. Researchers evaluated hardness of water and chlorine levels in areas where the babies resided. Babies ...click here to read more

Atopic dermatitis (eczema) treatment focuses on prevention of flares and disease management. The American Academy of Dermatology’s (Academy) has updated the guidelines regarding the management of adult eczema with a strong focus on management and better control of the condition along with the coexistence of allergies and the use of alternative therapies to work alongside ...click here to read more

Eczema-like inflammation is caused by staph bacteria (staphylococcus aureus) infection. Eczema is a skin condition that leads to red, itchy rashes with no known cause. Researchers from the University of Michigan Medical School have now brought the medical community one step closer to better understanding of eczema with hopes to help improve treatments. The findings ...click here to read more

Asthma and allergies have been linked to a lower brain cancer risk, according to latest findings. The research suggests that asthma sufferers, patients with eczema, and people with allergies are less likely to develop a type of brain cancer known as glioma brain cancer. The researchers looked at over 4,500 glioma patients and nearly 4,200 ...click here to read more

There are numerous reasons as to why we feel tired or have low energy – poor sleep, health problems, diet or even your spouse snoring all night. Although reasons for low energy seem endless one thing is for sure feeling tired all the time can really take a toll on your daily life. You may ...click here to read more

Melatonin may be an effective treatment for children with eczema who often experience trouble sleeping, according to the latest findings. Eczema is a skin condition that leaves the skin itchy and red. Thirty percent of children are estimated to have eczema and more than half of them have difficulty sleeping. Treating sleeplessness in children can ...click here to read more

Psoriasis vs Eczema If you have ever experienced itchy, irritated skin, then you know how frustrating and uncomfortable it can be, so understanding the differences between skin diseases like psoriasis and eczema, and knowing how to go about treating the skin, can bring both physical and emotional comfort. See Psoriasis vs Eczema comparison table. A rash ...click here to read more

In the largest study of its kind, researchers examined the role played by genomes in the skin condition eczema. A team of international researchers identified 10 previously unknown genetic variations that contribute to eczema. The researchers also found overlap between eczema and other illnesses, such as inflammatory bowel disease. One in five children and one ...click here to read more

Skin is meant to be smooth and radiant, not itchy, blotchy or red. When our skin doesn’t look its best, we don’t feel our best, and we become embarrassed and avoid public settings or wearing certain articles of clothing to cover up. There are many skin conditions which can rob us of our confidence – ...click here to read more