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...Reactions0reactionsComments5 comments
A New Rash in Town...Recently 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...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
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 the popular drug of choice for Western dermatologists...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Using Tallow for Dry Skin...Many 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...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
How to Find a Great Dermatologist...One 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...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
My Daughter's Journey to the Correct Diagnosis...Lisa 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...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Having Friends with Eczema...A 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...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
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...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Winter Eczema Relief...The 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...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The Hardest Part of Having a Toddler with Eczema...Welcome 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...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
When Art Reflects Real Life...Warning: 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...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
I Am More Than My Diagnosis: A Year in Review...As 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...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Eczema New Year's Resolutions List...Happy 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...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Valeria's Atopic Dermatitis Story...The 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...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Things to Celebrate in the New Year with Eczema...If you have eczema, you have probably thought that there's hardly any way you could fully participate and celebrate in the festivities because of your skin or the amount of...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Meet Peppermint Patty...The name I chose sounds funny to me, but I am the opposite of her. I am 72 and have been married to a wonderful man for 52 years. I...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
New Year, New Skin...With the holiday season in the rear-view mirror, it’s time to set our sights on the exciting possibilities the New Year brings. Let’s wipe the slate clean and jump into...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
How to Start Your Year Fresh with Atopic Dermatitis...It's a new year and with new years come new hopes, new dreams, not only that but new complications, fears, and expectations as well. The new year is a time...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
My New Year's Eczema Resolutions...I’ll be honest, I haven’t really been the best at taking care of my eczema this year. I’ve been forgetful and haven’t been sticking to my diet as much as...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
How My Niece Showed Me Compassion...My niece stayed home from school today. As if living with Crohn's disease and eczema weren't enough, now there's a bug going around the house. For the last few days...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments