The word “eczema” is derived from the ancient Greek word ekzein, which means “boiling” and “bubbling.” Eczema, as a stubborn skin disease, has become a problem for many people. And many eczema sufferers experience more frequent flare-ups and more severe symptoms in summer. Therefore, the number of eczema patients in the dermatology clinic has increased since the beginning of the summer.

Many people may think that eczema is caused by dampness, when in fact, eczema is more about dryness. The pathogenesis of eczema is still unclear, and it is prone to recurring attacks. At present, there is no cure for eczema. The purpose of eczema treatment is only to control symptoms and reduce recurrence.

Eczema is a skin inflammatory reaction with severe itching caused by a variety of internal and external factors. It is divided into acute, subacute and chronic stages. The lesions are symmetrical, pleomorphic, pruritic and prone to recurrent attacks. Patients who blindly treat eczema without knowing the cause will cause recurrent eczema, so identifying the triggers, especially allergic factors, is the key.

First, there are three factors for recurrent eczema

Environmental factors. As an external factor, the environment is actually very difficult to control. The eczema of many patients always recurs repeatedly, the main reason is that they are in a susceptible environment for a long time. For example, people who work in gardens will often inhale pollen, people who work in schools will often inhale large amounts of dust, and people who work in factories will often be exposed to damp, sunless, and airtight environments. Environment.

There are also many patients whose residential environment is not good, which can easily lead to the recurrence of eczema. Eczema is difficult to cure without changing the root cause.

Although environmental factors cannot be controlled, we can also take some protective measures. For example, you can wear a mask or sprinkle some water in a working environment with a lot of dust and pollen, wear gloves to work in a humid working environment, or go outside regularly to breathe fresh air .

Patients with poor residential environment can consider changing their place of residence. Because of the lack of ventilation for a long time, it is easy to cause the occurrence of eczema. The unsanitary environment will also produce parasites such as lice and fleas, which will make the skin of patients with eczema appear bad. Therefore, the environment in which the patient lives is very important. Even if the environmental conditions are not good, even if the eczema is temporarily cured, it will recur repeatedly in the future.

The Habit Factor. Bad lifestyle habits can also cause eczema to recur. Some people may have poor personal hygiene habits, such as not taking a bath for a long time, changing clothes infrequently, etc. These behaviors will cause a large number of bacteria on the local skin, which will cause eczema attacks. Some people like to use hot water to clean the skin, or excessive use of cleaning products such as facial cleanser, soap, etc. to clean the skin, these behaviors are excessive cleaning, and will also make the eczema recur.

There are also some girls who like to wear makeup, but the makeup they choose is not suitable for them, and it is very likely to cause damage to the skin. Some people also don’t pay attention to protecting their skin, such as prolonged exposure to the sun, which will cause the skin to be stimulated by other radiation such as ultraviolet rays, which will damage the skin’s protective barrier, thereby causing The skin’s resistance is reduced.

In addition, many people’s daily routines are also very chaotic, and many patients continue to stay up late, drink alcohol, etc. after controlling eczema, especially In summer, the nights are longer and the weather is hotter, and many patients like to stay up late. And these bad habits are the reasons for the recurrence of eczema.

Incomplete treatment. As the saying goes: “Illness comes like a mountain, and it goes like a thread.” We all know that the treatment of any disease cannot be done overnight, and many diseases need to be cured even if they are cured. Patients should pay more attention, can not be taken lightly, otherwise there will be a possibility of recurrence, and eczema is no exception.

Because many eczema sufferers are impatient with treatment, when the obvious external symptoms begin to subside, they think the eczema has been cured, Immediately stop treatment, or resume bad habits in diet and life, This behavior is not right, and may cause eczema patients to miss the best treatment time.

Because an effect is not a cure,symptoms may disappear temporarily, but the patient may The seeds are rooted in the body, and if you are not careful, they will pop up from time to time. Therefore, eczema patients must be patient, maintain a good attitude, and do not stop treatment without authorization until the symptoms completely disappear. Even if the symptoms have completely disappeared, the drug should be continued for 2-3 days to prevent incomplete treatment.

Second, the harm of eczema

Eczema is genetic sex. Eczema, like allergies, is a type of allergic reaction, with a 50% chance of hereditary. Eczema is one of the five most heritable diseases. And of all allergic diseases, eczema is the only one that develops in infancy.

Therefore, parents must not be careless. If they find erythema on their elbows, knees, cheeks, etc. accompanied by itching symptoms, Seek immediate medical attention. Research shows that children with separated or divorced parents are three times more likely to develop eczema.

Once eczema symptoms appear, there will be a rash on the surface of the skin, and there will also be redness, swelling and erosion. In severe cases, it can also affect the appearance of the individual. Therefore, in order to effectively avoid the trouble caused by eczema, you should actively prevent it in your life.

Affects appearance. The most obvious effect of eczema is probably the patient’s appearance. After suffering from eczema, the patient’s skin will have patches of papules, erythema, and even erosions. Especially where the skin is exposed, improper treatment can also lead to hyperpigmentation, which may lead to scarring and have a dramatic impact on the patient’s appearance.

Hazardous to physical and mental health. For eczema patients, eczema not only brings great pain to the patient’s body, but also makes the patient have no courage to face others and change. If you feel inferior, you will feel a lot of pressure. In the long run, patients are prone to develop psychological disorders.

Traditional western medicine treats eczema, which mainly focuses on eliminating surface inflammation, and only performs external medicine treatment, regardless of patient or disease. It cannot fundamentally solve the root cause and allergen of eczema, and it is easy to relapse; and to treat the symptoms but not the root cause, the mainstay of oral hormone therapy, long-term use can cause toxic side effects, Human body damage is greater.

Third, do the following to prevent recurrent eczema

Insist on taking medication as prescribed by the doctor. The main drugs for the treatment of eczema are topical hormones, which can be used by patients in a standardized manner under the condition of exact curative effect, which can minimize adverse reactions. After the eczema treatment has improved, do not stop or change the medicine without authorization, and be sure to go to the hospital for follow-up in time, because the doctor will adjust the medicine according to the patient’s recovery.

Therefore, patients must follow the doctor’s instructions for medication. Long-term use of large amounts of topical hormones without authorization is likely to cause side effects such as thinning, sensitivity, and easy damage to the skin.< /p>

Develop good eating habits.Eczema sufferers should also pay more attention to their diet, but they do not need to Blindly avoid food and ensure a balanced diet. Allergen test results should be comprehensively considered in combination with their actual situation. Most patients cannot find clear allergens.Because food is different from person to person However, many patients do not have eczema caused by food allergies.

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Patients can make a record of their daily diet. If eczema recurs, You can know if there is a problem with your diet. Of course, Eczema patients should try to avoid eating some spicy and irritating foods, such as seafood, wine, etc.< /p>

Avoid irritants.Eczema sufferers should avoid some irritants in their daily lives, such as When taking a bath,don’t use too hot water, don’t over-clean, just take a normal bath, and use an emollient after bathing. Also, don’t touch alkaline soap, washing powder, etc. cleaning agent.Don’t choose spicy and irritating food in your diet, especially people with allergies. Because once there are irritating factors, it is likely to cause repeated eczema attacks.

It is important to dress well. If eczema sufferers want to effectively prevent eczema from recurring, usually choose soft, loose-fitting clothing made of cotton or other natural fibers. Better breathability, can effectively reduce skin friction and irritation, and protect skin health. Try not to wear clothes made of man-made fibers and wool that can cause allergies, otherwise it may affect the skin and avoid aggravating allergy symptoms.

Maintain a good environment. An important measure to prevent recurring eczema is maintaining a good living environment. To improve the living environment, we should start from living, avoid living in a humid and dark environment, and pay attention to ventilation and keep clean and hygienic. Also pay attention to controlling indoor temperature and humidity. An environment that is too hot or too dry can lead to the recurrence of eczema.

Winter or summer, cleaning your air conditioner is a critical operation. The filter should be cleaned before using the air conditioner, and the patient can choose a high-density filter. If the air conditioner is not cleaned in time, it may lead to the spread of mites, which can easily lead to the appearance of eczema, among which the scalp seborrheic eczema is more likely to occur.

Be optimistic. Tension, anxiety, panic, and depression are not good for any disease, let alone dermatitis and eczema. These emotions can easily cause endocrine disorders and aggravate the disease. Therefore, it is best for patients to maintain a good mood, avoid mental trauma, be hopeful in life, and not always worry about their eczema. Often enhance the body’s resistance, restore a good diet and physical condition, reduce the recurrence rate of eczema.

Keep your skin clean. The skin function of patients with eczema is already damaged.If the skin is not cleaned at this time, dermatitis and eczema will appear The purulent condition increases the difficulty of treatment.

But don’t over-clean, don’t wash the affected area with hot water, soap, alcohol and other harsh detergents. Do not scratch the affected area indiscriminately to avoid local infection or thickening of the epidermis. Patients can choose to wash their face with warm water to reduce the chance of infection. Use a mild emollient that can be applied several times to keep the skin hydrated.

Stay away from triggers. Patients should fully understand their own body, including the pathogenesis of the disease, treatment methods, dietary taboos, etc., do daily nursing work, avoid It is taboo to avoid doctors and go to the doctor when you are sick.

Protect the affected area when you go out. Patients should avoid the affected area being exposed to wind or sunlight for a long time when going out, otherwise it will cause dry skin and aggravate the condition. Avoid vigorous scratching. Otherwise, the skin will be repeatedly irritated, which will not only destroy the skin barrier and aggravate its own allergies, but also the skin will become rough over time, and there may be secondary infections, making treatment difficult.

Conclusion

All in all, to avoid recurrent eczema, patients must avoid the above three factors. In daily life, you should pay attention to personal hygiene, you must accept scientific and standardized treatment, and you must adjust your diet, work and rest, and mentality, which can not only promote rapid healing of eczema, but also avoid Eczema recurs.

We have to believe that eczema is not invincible. Actually, eczema itself is relatively easy to treat, but it is difficult to persevere.Especially in the long dry seasons of autumn and winter to keep moisturizing work, which undoubtedly adds a lot of work to an already busy day. Therefore, patients should actively face eczema and find a suitable solution in order to say goodbye to itchy and sensitive skin and have healthy skin.