Eczema Stigma!
Vent about a time that you felt embarrassed, ashamed, or frustrated by other’s opinions and commentary on your skin!
When I worked in fast food and I was told to stay behind the counter so the customers wouldn't see me. My boss asked me if I was contagious. I told her no but was still kept away from customers as much as possible.
, that is so wrong and unfair. No one should have to experience such hate from their job. Are you in a better working environment now? All the best, Sam S. (Admin) I no longer work. I was in the Navy and the skin was just one thing that the service messed up for me. I am on disability due to the skin because it was so bad and my feet. I have to limit food too, to keep everything under control. It gets to be so mentally exhausting. But I am doing better my skin is cracked open and oozing. It was all over my hands and up my legs. I tried to tell my employer that I was allergic to their cleaning stuff but they didn't believe me.
Luke warm cold showers not freezing cold shower
I was having a procedure at the hospital. An anesthesiologist was looking for a vein in my arm. He was having trouble and asked if I was in a fire. Stating that because of my skin he couldn't find the vein. I was hurt and frustrated.
, that is very hurtful and frustrating! I am sorry that that you had that experience. The scarring from eczema is already difficult enough to deal with, without having rude comments on top of it. Have you found anything that helps you lessen their appearance? We have an article here that you might find helpful: https://atopicdermatitis.net/living/my-scar-removal-product-experiment. All the best, Sam S. (Atopic Dermatitis team).
Stigma, I've been on a life long journey to try cure or deal with mine! My skin is crazy but I've noticed a pattern to do with the fat of my body and the glands of the fat amd have came a long way, with a story I would like to share.
My parents have no idea how to deal or treat (not there fault) .
From the pain to how to cure as close as possible
Heat is king sauna or really hot showers are needed. Oils put back into the skin and strength to survive the curse. (I've broke bones I've blow one of my fingers of but noting can get you ready for your skin boiling bubbling up and weeping.
Hello dear
, thank you for sharing your journey with us. Many may benefit from your words of experiences over the long path you travel. We have a section here on our website for just that: https://atopicdermatitis.net/stories. Please feel free to share further... Others have reacted to the oils that help; here are their articles: https://atopicdermatitis.net/living/oils. And: https://atopicdermatitis.net/living/5-essential-oils. Please let us know your thoughts... Sending healing hugs to you, Liz - AtopicDermatitis.net - Site Moderator
