Summer and Eczema-Scarred SkinSpring is ending, and summer is almost here. Warmer days are ahead of me, but do I dare wear shorts or even capris? My legs show a lifetime of eczema...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Things That Get Me ThroughI am one year into topical steroid withdrawal. During this time, I have only left my apartment for doctor's appointments and to ease the burden of care on my partner...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
It's Worse Than We ThoughtFinding out that Harry is in the 1% category of severe atopic dermatitis hit me a lot harder than I thought it would. I know Harry's skin condition is really...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
The 50 Shades of Me(lanin)When I look at my face and body, all I can see is a messy mish-mash of many, many different shades of melanin. An ugly tapestry that shows a worn...Reactions0reactionsComments5 comments
CIBINQO: The Newest JAK inhibitorFor as long as I can remember, topical steroids and immunosuppressants like cyclosporine were the only treatments prescribed to eczema patients. When Dupixent (dupilumab) came along, it was remarkable. The...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Diagnosed with ImpetigoAbout three weeks ago, my eczema got so bad that I needed medical attention. I was put on a short course of prednisolone (15mg for the first 3 days, followed...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Healing: An Ongoing CommitmentWhen dealing with any chronic health condition, you have a big decision to make at some point. That decision is whether you will commit to your healing fully or not...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Coping Strategies When Stress Exacerbates Our Atopic DermatitisAre there any coping strategies that actually work for those times when that itchy flare on your face keeps you awake? When it’s at its worst? One that might handle...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
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 people concretely on one side of the proverbial...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
No Naughtiness This Year!“The soul always knows what to do to heal itself. The challenge is to silence the mind.” ― Caroline Myss. We are already in the second month of the year, and...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
How My Relationship With Makeup Has ChangedI was formally diagnosed with atopic dermatitis in middle school. It also happens to be around the time when everyone starts to find themselves, and, to be honest, navigating that...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The BeginningImagine having clear skin, using any lotion, detergent, fabric softener, or body wash that you like. Picture eating meals including seafood or any foods that have dairy in them. Imagine...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Why I Will Never Use Immunosuppressants AgainSince I started sharing my journey with topical steroid withdrawal and eczema, it hasn’t exactly been a big surprise that I haven’t done well with most Western medical treatments. However...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Find The MeaningOne of my favorite things to do is listen to podcasts. There are some pretty good ones on skin health (the Healthy Skin Show and The Eczema Podcast), but I...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Depression & Anxiety - My Constant CompanionsI have dealt with atopic dermatitis most of my life and depression and anxiety have also been constant companions on my journey. I was diagnosed with atopic dermatitis at 10...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
My Experience with COVID-19 and EczemaA few weeks back I got COVID, although it was a scary situation to be in, thankfully I didn't get bad symptoms. Listen to more about my experience with it...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
32 DegreesReading is so empowering. As I sit here in Barnes and Noble, I am breathing in a new book. When it comes to eczema, we can always use motivation in...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
My UVB Phototherapy Starts Next MonthGreetings my fellow eczema warriors! The time is just coming up to 9 am as I write to you this morning from the sunny UK. It's actually overcast here but...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Concerns for the FutureHarry is an almost 3-year-old who suffers with severe atopic dermatitis. I have been told by both his dermatologists that since his skin hasn’t had one single break for over...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
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