| Dyshidrosis, also known as Dyshidrotic | | | | You can check out the various methods to |
| Eczema, is a chronic skin condition which is | | | | achieve a strong immune system via feeding |
| characterized by small blisters on the hands | | | | the body the right food at Having the basics |
| and feet. The name "Dyshidrosis" comes from | | | | taken care of, here are some of the home |
| the word "dyshidrotic" which means "bad | | | | remedies you can try to get relief for |
| sweating" which was deemed as the cause. | | | | Dyshidrosis: |
| Sometimes it is also known as Pompholyx which | | | | |
| means "bubble" in Greek referring to the | | | | - Use emollients frequently to prevent |
| blisters on the skin. In some cases, pmpholx | | | | cracking and itching. Avoid petroleum jelly |
| refers to hand dyshidrosis. This skin | | | | as it does not absorb into the skin. |
| condition is not contagious to others, but it | | | | |
| can cause extreme stress and pain to the | | | | - Try soaking in sea salts or epson salts. |
| sufferers. Not to mention the unsightly | | | | Some found relief in soaking in white |
| nature of the condition can cause social | | | | vinegar. |
| anxiety and low self esteem. | | | | |
| | | | - Avoid harsh shampoos and body wash. Stick |
| Till today, the definite cause of Dyshidrosis | | | | with gentle bath oil. If you are having |
| is unknown. It is often associated with | | | | flare ups, remember to wear gloves when |
| other skin diseases such as atopic | | | | washing hair or bathing. |
| dermatitis, contact dermatitis, bacterial | | | | |
| infection or excessive stress. However, | | | | - Avoid nickel if you are allergic to it. |
| there are several probable factors which can | | | | Nickel can present in certain types of foods, |
| aggravate the condition: | | | | jewelry, computer keyboards, dental filling |
| | | | and even bra. |
| - Nickel allergy may be a significant | | | | |
| contributing factor to dyshidrosis. Tests | | | | - Avoid stressful situations or learn stress |
| have shown that dyshidrosis sufferers who are | | | | management |
| given a low nickel diet reported having less | | | | |
| flare ups. | | | | - Avoid scratching. I know it is easier said |
| | | | than done. Try wearing unbleached cotton |
| - Coming into contact with allergens may be | | | | gloves to protect your hands. |
| the cause. | | | | |
| | | | - Plantain (Plantago major) infused in olive |
| - Metal toxicity such as copper, mercury and | | | | or other oil can be soothing. |
| nickel | | | | |
| | | | - Wear cotton gloves while reading |
| - Other possible factors include aspirin | | | | newspapers, books and magazines. The lead in |
| ingestion, oral contraceptives, cigarette | | | | the ink may be an irritant. |
| smoking, and implanted metals. | | | | |
| | | | - Avoid hand sanitizing products which |
| Unfortunately, since dyshidrosis is a type of | | | | contains alcohol. Alcohol is drying and may |
| eczema, the most common treatment for | | | | aggravate the condition. |
| dyshidrosis is topical steroids which can | | | | |
| bring about harmful long term effects such as | | | | - Wash affected hands and feet with cool |
| skin thinning. Other methods include the use | | | | water and apply a moisturizer as soon as |
| of Hydrogen Peroxide (35% strength) and | | | | possible. |
| Potassium Permanganate solution. Both of | | | | |
| these can work to a certain extend but the | | | | Although dyshidrosis is not life threatening, |
| side effects include significant burning and | | | | this skin condition can cause extreme pain |
| itching. | | | | and stress to the sufferes. While there is |
| | | | no definite treatment for dyshidrosis, one |
| Therefore,it is recommended that to treat | | | | can aid the healing of this condition by |
| Dyshidrosis, it is necessary to go back to | | | | practising a healthy lifestyle. For more |
| the basics, that is to strenghten the immune | | | | information on this, please visit |
| system and eliminating toxins from the body. | | | | EczemaFreeNaturally. |