Different Era, Different Eczema Doctor, Same VerdictImagine my eager anticipation. I had an appointment to see a skin specialist on Friday in the famous Harley Street, London. I...reactions11comments
Ditch the Itch! 11+ Ways to Ease Eczema ItchinessYour skin feels dry, tight, easily irritated, and itchy. So what’s the most natural thing to do? You scratch to calm the...reactions12comments
Treatment for Bruising and Thin Skin Related to EczemaI didn’t think I could be called “thin-skinned” until my eczema blossomed and triggered flares beyond previous compare! Among my personality traits...reactionscomments
A Journey to NMT (No Moisture Treatment)In the realm of topical steroid withdrawal and those seeking to scrap their steroid creams, there is a treatment that usually leaves...reactionscomments
What Is Moisture Withdrawal?Have you applied moisturizers, only to find your skin turning red, getting hot, and then itching? Then after scratching, you finally felt...reactions1comment
Switching Eczema Treatments: How Do You Decide?Switching our eczema medications can be a complex process. As a long-term patient with eczema, I must keep an eye on all...reactionscomments
Don't Let Fear Stop You From Healing EczemaI’ve been inspired to write this blog after experiencing the 110th message that goes a little something like this: “Ashley, I really...reactionscomments
What Is Patient Burnout and How to CopeYou know, the other day I cried. I didn't cry out of anger or sadness either. I just cried because I could...reactions8comments
Learning to Take Control of My HealthcareFor me, I don’t remember a time when I didn’t struggle with eczema. I was only two when my mom took me...reactions5comments
A Guide To Patch TestingA patch test is conducted by your dermatologist to see if a specific substance or chemical is irritating your skin and causing...reactions3comments
It’s Up to You: Taking Control of Your Eczema CareFor 22 years, I had lived my life the way my condition had allowed me to. When it came to school, I...reactionscomments
What Is Medical Gaslighting?If you have ever felt dismissed by a doctor, you may have experienced a type of bias (prejudice) called medical gaslighting. Medical...reactionscomments
10 Questions to Ask Your Doctor When You Are Newly Diagnosed with EczemaIt can often be very challenging to know what to ask or even where to begin when you have questions for your...reactionscomments
Using an Everything Journal to Track My Eczema TriggersHave you been trying to discover your new atopic dermatitis triggers? Have you reached that stage where your eczema is causing unwanted...reactionscomments
Disappointments and Wasting TimeRecently I found a social media influencer who had the most amazing skin. It was so pretty and flawless and while I...reactions6comments
My Tips and Techniques to Get Good Sleep with EczemaSleep is important for eczema warriors. How are you in that department? Do you get enough sleep, or do you have problems...reactions2comments
Myths and Facts About SteroidsCorticosteroids, commonly referred to as "steroids," are a class of drugs used to treat a variety of medical conditions. There are many...reactionscomments
The Rewards of Routines with DermatitisLife can be simpler with a good skin care routine. The benefits are endless. But – seasons change, and we get busy...reactions1comment
Six Ways I Tackle the Itch from EczemaDoes the itchiness of eczema bother you as much as it does me? Luckily, with my diet changes, my skin doesn’t itch...reactions4comments
Community Recommendations: Your Go-To Flare Care Items!We asked and you shared! We asked our community members what are your "go to" over-the-counter items you use when you are...reactions2comments