Not a Staph Infection, Again!In 2019, I experienced something completely different on my skin that was not eczema or TSW, it was staphylococcus. Yup, also known...reactionscomments
You Are Not for Everyone (and That's Okay): Navigating Loss of RelationshipsI've always been somewhat of a loner growing up. Somehow, I always gravitated towards feeling misunderstood and not accepted by the majority...reactionscomments
Immunosuppressants for EczemaWhen our eczema brings us to our wit's end, we begin to explore more powerful solutions. We don't have many in our...reactionscomments
Food Allergies vs. Food SensitivitiesIn the confines of the eczema realm, food is usually seen as one of the triggers of our struggles. And when it...reactions2comments
Getting a Massage for EczemaWhen was the last time you had a massage? I recently started to get weekly massages for relaxation. It has allowed me...reactionscomments
How My Crohn's Medication Affected My EczemaRecently, I was prescribed a medication for my Crohn’s disease. This particular medication is an injection given subcutaneously. It goes just below...reactionscomments
How I Was Introduced to Clinical TrialsHave you ever felt like you have exhausted everything possible to help your eczema, only to leave YOU feeling exhausted in the...reactionscomments
Priority Review for Dupixent in AdolescentsDupixent® (dupilumab) is a medication that is currently being reviewed by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for use in adolescents...reactionscomments
Dupixent in AustraliaDupixent has finally arrived in Australia! I have been waiting a long time for this to happen! The Australian government FINALLY put...reactionscomments
My Experiences With Eczema: Eastern vs. Western MedicineI'm lucky enough to not have dealt with eczema at the beginning of my healing journey when pharmaceuticals other than steroids were...reactionscomments
What is Combination Therapy for AD?Common treatment options for atopic dermatitis include topical corticosteroids, topical calcineurin inhibitors, emollients, systemic corticosteroids, immunomodulators, and more. When these treatment options...reactionscomments
Time to Take Matters Into My Own HandsI have written several articles bemoaning the fact my primary carers are restricted with the help that they can offer people who...reactions4comments
Is Treating Eczema Internally Worth It?Is treating eczema internally worth it? In order to answer that question, internal healing would first have to be defined. Healing from the...reactionscomments
Partner's Perspective on EczemaSo I decided it would be fun to gain my partner’s perspective on what it’s like to be with someone who lives...reactionscomments
Emerging Areas of Research in Atopic DermatitisAtopic dermatitis (AD) is the most common inflammatory skin condition. Commonly known as eczema, it is estimated to affect 10-25% of children...reactionscomments
10 Months Without DupixentI have successfully been off of Dupixent for 10 months now. Personal disclaimer: Please note that I am not a doctor nor...reactions10comments
Dupixent: One and a Half Years LaterThere are so many ways Dupixent changed my life in the last year and a half that I've been using it. ...reactionscomments
I Accidentally Froze $6,000 of MedicationRecently, when I needed room in my fridge to store leftover mac and cheese, I pushed my two boxes of Dupixent (I...reactionscomments
Common Questions I Receive About DupixentHey family - It’s been a while since I’ve updated you or anyone on how I’ve been doing from my withdrawal from...reactions5comments
12 Weeks Without DupixentSince May of 2017, I decided to taper off Dupixent just to see how my body would hold up on its own...reactionscomments
