My Experience with ElectroacupunctureAlthough I am currently on Dupixent, the biologic injection for moderate to severe atopic dermatitis, I still get itchy. My itchy spots consist of my forehead, upper lip, neck, shoulders...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Telehealth 101: How to Visit Your Doctor OnlineTelehealth is a virtual service that lets patients interact with a healthcare professional online. This lets doctors and patients connect without being in the same room, or even the same...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
How to Monitor Your Health with At-Home DevicesAt-home monitoring can help you better manage chronic health conditions. It can also aid in your recovery after medical procedures. Using this technology, you can regularly record your health data...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Privacy Concerns When Going VirtualTelehealth has become a popular way to see a doctor. Today, you can get many health services remotely. And, some studies show you may get better care at a lower...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Fasting From Social Media Helped My EczemaAfter reading a book called, “Deep Work” by Cal Newport, I challenged myself to take a 30-day social media fast. The purpose, simply being to practice self-control, presence, and “Deep...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Our Step-by-Step Skincare Routines!So we've loaded up on eczema-friendly products. Now what? We asked our advocates to walk us through their skincare routines step-by-step. Here's what they had to say: Now that my...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Hand Treatments: Olive Oil and a Hand MaskDoes anyone else have misshapen, curved, or bumpy fingernails due to their atopic dermatitis? I was thinking of this while I was giving myself a manicure the other night. A manicure...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
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 had extra since starting to take it less...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
COVID-19 Updates, April 7: Face Coverings, Testing, & MedicationsIt is common to feel overwhelmed about COVID-19: so much information changing day-to-day. Here are some of the important COVID-19 stories that may be applicable to people living with one...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
What is Your Eczema Narrative?Recently, I came across a video that spoke into reflecting and acknowledging the stories we tell ourselves. What do you mean, Ashley? I mean that everyone is carrying or narrating...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Our Sunscreens and Bug Sprays Recommendations!Our skin is exposed to everything. It's meant to be a barrier to anything that we come in contact with. But the sun's rays and bugs aren't deterred by this...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Treating Different Body PartsTreating different body parts with eczema is a process I have yet to manage...or manage it well at least. It's hard to know what works for which body part or...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
I Auditioned For America’s Got Talent!If you’ve been following me and my skin story on Instagram (@linettero), you’ll know that just a few months ago, I was going through the worst phases of TSW. It’s...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Thank You for Taking Our Survey!We appreciate you taking the time to answer all of our questions. Your responses will help us better understand life with atopic dermatitis. New here? We invite you to explore...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
What Do You Call It? Atopic Dermatitis or Eczema?Atopic dermatitis? Or eczema? In an effort to better understand our community, we want to know - how do you refer to the itchy, dry skin condition? We found that...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
The Skincare Products We're Using!Facial skincare is important, but so is caring for the rest of our body. Eczema knows no bounds and flares can show up absolutely anywhere. Finding the right products to...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
How To Live In The Moment When Staying InMany people ask me how I remain positive, even being homebound. If I really had to pinpoint the reason...I think it’s because I completely throw myself into situations. Maybe it’s...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
To Eat Or Not To Eat? Dealing With Food Allergy-Related RashesEating. Nourishment. Usually, a pretty easy thing to do. You just shove food in your mouth, chew and swallow. After that, you feel full and hopefully good. But, have you...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Fabric, Skin, and our PlanetI did it again. I forgot to cut the label off my new pair of dress pants and started an itchy red rash at the back of my waist. It’s...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Our Eczema-Friendly Makeup Recommendations!When scalp and facial eczema can be the WORST to manage, it's important to consider more than skincare products. Makeup can not only be cakey but also irritating for an...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments