Ayurvedic Treatment Of Atopic Dermatitis
About Atopic Dermatitis
Atopic dermatitis is a chronic eczematous skin disease characterized by dry, itchy skin. It’s common in children but can also affects a substantial number of adults. AD is commonly associated with elevated levels of immunoglobulin E (IgE).
In atopic dermatitis, the skin becomes extremely itchy and inflamed, causing redness, swelling, vesicle formation (minute blisters), cracking, weeping, crusting, and scaling. This type of eruption is termed eczematous. In addition, dry skin is a very common complaint in almost all those afflicted with atopic dermatitis.
Many Factors Such as low humidity, Seasonal allergies, exposure to harsh soaps and detergents, and cold weather can worsen atopic dermatitis.
Environmental factors can activate symptoms of atopic dermatitis at any time in the lives of individuals who have inherited the atopic disease trait.
Symptoms Of Atopic Dermatitis
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS MAY VARY FROM PERSON TO PERSON AND INCLUDE:-
- Dry skin.
- Small, raised bumps, which may leak fluid and crust over when scratched.
- Thickened, cracked, scaly skin.
- Raw, sensitive, swollen skin from scratching.
- Fissures in the skin.
- Rashes commonly appear on the scalp and cheeks.
- Rashes usually bubble up before leaking fluid.
- Rashes commonly appear behind the creases of elbows or knees.
- Rashes can lighten or darken in color.
- Rashes commonly appear in creases of the elbows or knees or the nape of the neck.
- Rashes cover much of the body.
- Rashes can be permanently itchy.
- Rashes in adults can be more scaly than those occurring in children.
- Rashes can lead to skin infections.
Causes Of Atopic Dermatitis
- Cold, dry weather.
- Long, hot showers or baths.
- Soaps, detergents, and cleaners.
- Physical irritants (dirt, sand, smoke).
- Allergens (pollen, dander, dust).
- Strenuous exercise.
- Genetics.
- Abnormal function of the immune system.
- Defects in the skin barrier that allow moisture out and germs in.
- Endocrine disorders such as thyroid disease.
Diagnosis of Atopic Dermatitis (eczema):
No lab test is needed to identify atopic dermatitis (eczema). Your doctor will likely make a diagnosis by examining your skin and reviewing your medical history. He or she may also use patch testing or other tests to rule out other skin diseases or identify conditions that accompany your eczema.
If you have severe eczema, you may need to take some ayurvedic medicine likes for it, too.
- Moisturize your skin at least twice a day.
- Apply an anti-itch cream to the affected area.
- Don’t scratch.
- Take a warm bath.
- Choose mild soaps without dyes or perfumes.
- Wear cool, smooth-textured clothing.
