Eczema is a condition that causes the skin to develop inflammation and become rough. There are many medications that can be used in order to manage eczema. However, if you are able to identify the triggers, then you may not need medication.
The following is a list of the top 5 things that can trigger inflammation.
There is a reason that doctors recommend that you watch your diet if you have eczema. Certain foods have been shown to increase flare-ups. Children and babies are the groups that are most likely to be impacted by diet. However, certain foods can trigger flare-ups in adults.
Milk, soy, peanuts, eggs, and fish are some of the foods that have been shown to trigger eczema. However, it is a good idea for you to keep a food diary because you may not know exactly what triggers your eczema.
It is important for you to follow a well-balanced diet. That is why it is a good idea to consult with a dermatologist or your primary care doctor before you decide to start cutting things out of your diet. You may also want to consult with a nutritionist so that you can ensure that you get all of the nutrients that you need even if you have to cut things out of your diet.
Many people notice that their eczema gets worse during the wintertime. There are several things that can trigger eczema during this time of the year. For example, the air tends to be drier during the wintertime. Dry air is an eczema trigger. The cold weather itself can also be a trigger.
There are a few things that you can do to prevent eczema from flaring up in the winter. Central heating has a tendency to dry out the air. You should avoid sitting too close to your HVAC system. You can also use a humidifier in order to increase the amount of moisture that is in the air.
You may also want to open the windows during the winter. This helps increase ventilation, which prevents the air from drying out. Additionally, it keeps the dust mites out.
You may want to change the type of moisturizer that you use in your kitchen. It is best for you to use an ointment or an oil-based moisturizer. Furthermore, you are more likely to suffer from dry skin if you have a cold or flu. That is why it is important for you to practice good hygiene, get plenty of rest and eat healthy foods during the winter.
Exercising is great for your body. However, it can be one of the things that trigger your eczema. You don't have to stop exercising, but you have to change the way that you exercise in order to prevent your eczema from flaring up.
Avoid overdressing for your workout. Dress in clothing that will allow you to stay cool and comfortable while you are exercising. Make sure that you keep yourself hydrated while you are exercising.
Your eczema is even more likely to flare up if you exercise in the heat. That is why you may want to exercise indoors or wait until the weather has cooled down. Additionally, you should dry off your sweat.
There may be things in your household that are causing your eczema to flare up. House dust mites are examples of household irritants that can trigger your eczema. Dust mites are so small that it is possible for you to have them in your home and not realize it.
There are things that you can do in order to cut down on the number of irritants that you have in your home. For example, you can vacuum on a regular basis. You should also wipe down hard surfaces.
Pets can leave behind dander that can trigger your eczema. Make sure that you bathe your pets on a regular basis. You should also brush them in order to remove the loose fur.
Pollen is something else in your home that can cause your eczema to flare up. You can keep the pollen out by keeping the doors and windows closed during the time when the pollen count is high. Do not hang your clothes outside because you may bring the pollen inside.
You need the sun in order for your skin to produce vitamin D. However, it may cause your eczema to get worse. That is why it is important for you to apply sunscreen before you go outside. You may also want to seek shade during the time when the sun's rays are the strongest. This is typically between the hours of 11 a.m. and 3 p.m.
Keep in mind that you need to re-apply your sunscreen every two hours in order for it to be the most effective.
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