Living

The physical concerns of eczema are something we can see. So can everyone else. But what others do not see is what we go through on the inside. Our emotions...

Like our other Health Union condition communities, the Social Health Network brings people together to drive unique and impactful conversations about health. It also aims to expand opportunities for health...

Over the last few years, things have been really tough. I wouldn’t mind betting that anyone with a chronic illness would feel the same. When I stop and think about...

Many individuals going through topical steroid withdrawal or struggling with severe atopic dermatitis go through a period of time where their condition is not manageable. Many of us have trouble...

I know what you’re thinking. The idea that eczema can improve anything is far-fetched. At first, it also seemed like this was the case when I looked at my experiences...

Topical steroids are a common drug prescribed to our community. It is a powerful and magical medicine, but have you ever wondered how it should be used? When the steroid is prescribed...

At this point in time, unfortunately, there is no known cause of eczema. It is an extremely individual condition. In order to reduce symptoms and help manage them, it’s important...

Eczema can be a cruel teacher. But an important lesson it continues to teach me is that you don't know until you try. It taught me to have the courage...

I've lived with eczema for a long time. I've also lived with topical steroid withdrawal for a long time. Navigating the ins and outs has been tough and ever-changing. Now...

Sometimes you've got to laugh. Otherwise, you cry! The Halloween season is near, and I'm already looking the part! Since the summer faded out and we entered the fall, my...

I woke up this morning to the itch and pain in my right hand again, or should I say still. My left is bearable. Straightening my fingers causes another crack...

Growing up with eczema, there was always an anxiety associated with getting ready. But when I was diagnosed with topical steroid withdrawal, my perspective on eczema completely changed. I was...

Eczema has affected my life in more ways than I can even outline in one article. In addition, going through TSW (topical steroid withdrawal) and being bedridden for over 6...

My identity as a chronic eczema survivor has shifted with every decade since about the age of 5 years old to now, my late 30s. I swear every decade of...

Hello from the United Kingdom! Traveling this summer has been an amazing experience but also a massive learning curve. Whether you are taking a weekend vacation away or a long...

Have you, like me, been taking Benadryl, to both calm down the burning itch of eczema as well as allow you to sleep when the world and your skin just...

Dealing with eczema has not been easy. There are days when you find yourself having an uncontrollable itch to the point where scratching becomes second nature, and you don't even...

"Don't let your mind bully your body." ~Astrid Alauda There has never been an easier time to meet up with someone. The easy accessibility of dating apps has made it...

Meet Jennifer Fugo, MS, CNS, LDN. I had the pleasure of connecting with Jennifer after the Eczema Expo. She shares her personal experience with eczema and how it led her...

As a performer, I know firsthand how frustrating and deeply saddening eczema can be. It is not only hard to cover but can be painful and distracting. Jenn Stafford, another...