The Underwear Dilemma – Below the BeltListen, I know that this subject may be a bit awkward. Honestly though, it just seems fitting to cover the topic of what covers our, you know – that business...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
4 Things You Can Do To Protect Your Mental HealthI've lived with atopic eczema since I was a child. While my flaring is less severe now that I am older, it's still pretty obvious. You can tell something is...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Dragon SkinI've had atopic dermatitis since at least high school. I say "at least" because I always just assumed it was dry skin and everyone had something like that on their...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Hard Water and Eczema SymptomsThe other day, as I was doggedly trying to work while simultaneously scratching my back as (in)effectively as one might expect with a fluffy, hypoallergenic pillow, I started daydreaming about...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The Drug Pamphlet Part 1It seems like the literature that comes with a medicine contains more than enough instructions. There are also backup instructions. Then they throw up cautions. But wait, just in case...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Leaves of 3, Let Them Be! Avoiding Poison Ivy with AD"Can I go out in the woods and play?" In this day of constant screen time entertainment, these words can be golden to a modern parent's ears. My son loved...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
A Prescription for Plastic Wrap!?I recently had a bad flare-up of my atopic dermatitis and was out of my usual medications to treat it. I also wasn't entirely sure if that's what was happening...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Searching for a Solution to my Child's Scalp EczemaWhile the Selsun Blue solved the issue of the flakes and visibly dry scalp, the problem remained that her hair continued to be coarse and dry. I had restarted using the...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
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 and 2-8% of adults in affluent countries, including...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Hot Tub HelpIt’s been below freezing here in the Northeast. The kids have been excited to go into our hot tub. Chase insists that we should go into the hot tub when...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Or Until It Stops ItchingMy daughter and I were a skin scare specialist team. She made the appointments and I arrived to do my part. As the Nana, I was usually well rested, leaving...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Are You "Qualified" to Handle Skin Issues?Some people just know things. You’ve seen them – all competent and the takey carey of business types. I really don’t think our family had enough information to deal with...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Take the Online Health Resource Survey!Managing a chronic health condition like atopic dermatitis can be overwhelming at times. How do you find reliable information? Where do you go to find a supportive community? What features...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Behavioral Health Management in Children with Atopic EczemaAtopic dermatitis (AD) is an inflammatory skin condition affecting up to 20% of children. For some children, the condition improves, however in others the symptoms may worsen and become a...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Camping With Atopic EczemaIn 2017 I was invited to attend a retreat for IBD patients. We camped out for a few days and while I loved the experience, unfortunately, my skin did not...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Household Chores With Atopic EczemaWith atopic eczema, it is important to protect yourself while doing chores around the house. With a few simple tips, you can keep your house clean and not irritate your...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Keeping Skin Moist in Dry Winter WeatherThe heating unit has been running around the clock. It’s hard to keep the place warm when temperatures drop. Hot air is hot air. It doesn’t matter if your heat...Reactions0reactionsComments5 comments
My Diagnosis TimelineI remember I was 15 and at camp away from home when some rashy-looking bumps showed up on the inside of my arms. I thought, maybe it is from something...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Will I Need to Pay to Be in a Clinical Trial?Clinical trials can provide an opportunity for patients to receive the latest treatment, provide a new treatment option for those whose previous treatment didn’t work, and allow patients to be...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments