Getting Piercings with Skin Allergies ...There were a lot of things that my granddaughter couldn’t do when she was little. Certain foods, fabrics, and scents were taboo...reactions2comments
Wrong Diagnosis...Ever gone to a specialist and they give you the wrong diagnosis? For years I was trying to figure out my red...reactions2comments
My Patch & Scratch Allergy Testing Results...Scratch and patch testing - I have to say, I wish I had done this a long time ago. To be fair...reactions7comments
How to Handle Insurance Denials and Limits...Finding out that your health insurance company has denied a claim can be frustrating and complicated. Your insurance company must provide you...
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 Relationships...I'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 Eczema...When 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 Sensitivities...In 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 Eczema...When 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 Eczema...Recently, 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 Trials...Have 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 Adolescents...Dupixent® (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 Australia...Dupixent 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 Medicine...I'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 Hands...I 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 Eczema...So 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 Dermatitis...Atopic 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 Dupixent...I have successfully been off of Dupixent for 10 months now. Personal disclaimer: Please note that I am not a doctor nor...reactions10comments
