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Eczema
Eczema is characterized by chronic inflammation of the skin. Symptoms include rash-like itching, redness, and peeling. Eczema usually manifests as reddish or brownish patches of small bumps on the skin.
What is Eczema?
Untreated eczema can lead to a variety of complications, such as scaly and thick skin (lichenification), skin infections, and sleep problems. While this skin condition is rarely alarming, you should still see a doctor if it is affecting your sleep and your daily activities. You should also seek treatment if your eczema has devolved into a skin infection.
Eczema has no cure, but a range of treatments can reduce symptoms and the likelihood of new outbreaks.
What is Eczema?
Untreated eczema can lead to a variety of complications, such as scaly and thick skin (lichenification), skin infections, and sleep problems. While this skin condition is rarely alarming, you should still see a doctor if it is affecting your sleep and your daily activities. You should also seek treatment if your eczema has devolved into a skin infection.
Eczema has no cure, but a range of treatments can reduce symptoms and the likelihood of new outbreaks.
Understanding Eczema: symptoms, causes, and treatments
The list of triggers that can cause or facilitate eczema is exhaustive. These include:
- Genetics
- Defects in the skin barrier
- Problems with in the immune system
- Allergic reactions
- Exposure to irritants like harsh soaps and makeup
- Dry environment
Who is at risk for ezcema?
While children are most susceptible to eczema, anybody can develop this skin condition.
Those with a family history of eczema and allergies are especially at risk. The same goes for individuals who work with irritants or in dry environments.
Understanding Eczema: symptoms, causes, and treatments
The list of triggers that can cause or facilitate eczema is exhaustive. These include:
- Genetics
- Defects in the skin barrier
- Problems with in the immune system
- Allergic reactions
- Exposure to irritants like harsh soaps and makeup
- Dry environment
Who is at risk for ezcema?
While children are most susceptible to eczema, anybody can develop this skin condition.
Those with a family history of eczema and allergies are especially at risk. The same goes for individuals who work with irritants or in dry environments.
What are the most effective treatments for eczema?
Prevention is the best treatment for eczema. Regular moisturization and proper cleaning and bathing practices using cool water and gentle soap go a long way in preventing flare-ups.
Treatments to reduce symptoms include topical ointments to change how your immune system responds to flare-ups and ultraviolet light therapy to reduce inflammation-causing white cells in your skin. Particularly severe cases of eczema can be handled by systemic immunosuppressants and biologic drugs.
If your eczema is bothering you or significantly reducing your quality of life, connect with an Eczema Dermatologist like Dr. Guo. Our dermatologists have a long history of tending to all forms of eczema using a variety of treatments. Call 403-286-6888 or fill out the online contact form below to see how we can help you with your eczema.
World class training and experience
Dr. Guo is board-certified in Canada and the US and has 16 years of post-secondary education. He has received surgical and cosmetic training at more than 15 prestigious institutions in Canada, the US, and Asia.
He is a fellowship-accredited Mohs surgeon with expert knowledge on facial anatomy and surgical reconstruction. Dr. Guo brings an exceptional understanding of medical and cosmetic dermatology and many years of extensive experience to his practice.
World class training and experience
Dr. Guo is board-certified in Canada and the US and has 16 years of post-secondary education. He has received surgical and cosmetic training at more than 15 prestigious institutions in Canada, the US, and Asia.
He is a fellowship-accredited Mohs surgeon with expert knowledge on facial anatomy and surgical reconstruction. Dr. Guo brings an exceptional understanding of medical and cosmetic dermatology and many years of extensive experience to his practice.
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