Things I Don't Do with EczemaI know I’ve shared quite a few things I’ve tried for my condition on this platform before. I’ve also said what has and hasn’t worked as I continue my search...reactionscomments
Painfully Trying To Sleep with EczemaSleeping with eczema can be one of the most terrifying things that one can ever experience. You would think that going to sleep would be one of the easiest things...reactions8comments
Wrestling with EczemaMost medical professionals would agree that wrestling and eczema are not a great combination. The mats are a cesspool of bacteria, and the close skin-to-skin contact creates the perfect conditions...reactionscomments
How Physical Movement Can Alleviate the Symptoms of EczemaI’m currently going through an uncomfortable flare-up where the surrounding skin of my mouth is tight, oozy, extremely dry, and unbearably itchy. This flare is so intense that it’s challenging...reactions2comments
#theitchisab*tchYou might have come across this cheeky hashtag on Instagram when searching about eczema - #theitchisab*tch. And you might be wondering to yourself why it exists or maybe you are...reactionscomments
What I Wish I Knew Earlier About CortisoneIn reading the stories and comments on AtopicDermatitis.net, I notice most are much younger than I. Many speak of depending on a corticosteroid and Benadryl regime to try to control...reactionscomments
Could You Be Allergic to Aquaphor, Eucerin, and Other Popular Eczema Products? For the past two months, I’ve been dealing with a stubborn staph infection. In the midst of healing and clearing up, my eczema happened to collaborate with the infection and...reactions6comments
A New Rash in TownRecently I’ve been more lenient with my diet. I paid attention to what I was eating, just not to the extent I normally do. I just wanted to enjoy some...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 the popular drug of choice for Western dermatologists...reactionscomments
Using Tallow for Dry SkinMany years ago, when my mom was dealing with dry, itchy patches, her doctor wrote a prescription for sheep fat or lanolin. Although it was extremely thick, we warmed it...reactionscomments
How to Find a Great DermatologistOne of the most important things you can do in terms of your eczema treatment is to find a dermatologist that is willing to be a strong advocate on your...reactionscomments
My Daughter's Journey to the Correct DiagnosisLisa Benson is mom of a toddler who has eczema, therefore she lives in a world of special soaps and topical ointments, but also in a world of giggles, tantrums...reactionscomments
Having Friends with EczemaA lot of people know about eczema or atopic dermatitis. They've at least heard of the condition(s), or know someone who knows someone impacted by them. I think it's great...reactionscomments
Another Eczema Meet-Up Success!Although I interact with the eczema community on a daily basis through different online channels, it’s not the same when we get together in person. That’s why I couldn’t wait...reactions1comment
Winter Eczema ReliefThe harsh, ever-changing temps and dryness of winter can have some harsh, ever-changing effects for people with atopic dermatitis. But there are some ways to help soothe your skin and...reactionscomments
The Hardest Part of Having a Toddler with EczemaWelcome to part 2 of the interview with my mom! In part one, Going Back in Time to Where it All Began, I shared how I was diagnosed and the...reactionscomments
When Art Reflects Real LifeWarning: Contains SPOILERS of Modern Love Season 1 Episode 3 “Take Me As I Am, Whoever I Am” If you’re caught up on your binging game, you know that Modern...reactions2comments
I Am More Than My Diagnosis: A Year in ReviewAs this community and our sister communities grow, one universal truth is clear: people are more than just their diagnoses. As 2019 comes to a close and a new year...reactionscomments
Eczema New Year's Resolutions ListHappy New Year! I have been writing for AtopicDermatitis.net for nearly two years and it's amazing how quickly time flies when you are doing the things that you love. I'm...reactionscomments
Valeria's Atopic Dermatitis StoryThe Editorial Team at AtopicDermatitis.net is highlighting people in the eczema community and their healing journeys in a series of Instagram Interviews. We talked to Valeria (@dermatiteatopicdiary) about growing up...reactionscomments