Southern Warmth and Hospi...Humidity...I grew up in New Jersey. There are four full seasons in New Jersey: winter, spring, summer, and fall. Summer is generally warm and humid, while fall, winter, and even...reactions5comments
Is Ignoring Eczema the Best Medicine?...I’m not one to ignore problems. If there is a problem, there’s a strong desire for me to fix it. After all, there must be a solution. So I think...reactions2comments
How Going Vegan Has Helped My Eczema Flareups...As I write this, it has been about 8 months since I went full-on vegan. I originally started going vegan again because I watched some documentaries on Netflix by Kip...reactionscomments
Worrying About a Child’s Future with Eczema...It was such a touchy subject. I only remember a couple of conversations with my daughter about what it would be like for my granddaughter growing up with skin allergies...reactionscomments
Interrupted Sleep and Fatigue Due to Atopic Dermatitis...Atopic dermatitis (AD) can cause an intense itch that is difficult to impossible to ignore. Scratching the itch only leads to temporary relief as the scratching causes the skin to...reactionscomments
Getting Your Hair Colored With Dermatitis...Ever since I was in high school, I have always admired rainbow-colored manes. I went through a spectrum of colors myself going from red highlights, to brunette, and even as...reactionscomments
The Burdens and Blessings with Atopic Dermatitis...When my granddaughter was first diagnosed with atopic dermatitis, it felt harsh. She was so tiny, helpless, and absolutely beautiful. Why did she have tummy troubles and skin problems? Her...reactionscomments
What is the difference between lichen planus and atopic dermatitis?...Is lichen planus the same as atopic dermatitis?...reactions1replyGeneral DiscussionsDiagnosis
3 Tips for Exercising When You Have Eczema...Working out with eczema can be a very challenging issue, but with the help of these three easy tips this may help make your exercise routine easier. Hope you find...reactionscomments
Itchy Nightmare...I found out I was pregnant October 2015. Two months later I noticed little bumps developing over my body. Everyone had their opinions- it was my soaps, my diet, or...reactions1comment
8 Tips for Traveling with Eczema...I recently embarked on a 7-day international adventure, and my constant companion? My atopic dermatitis. While my skin wasn't at its absolute worst, it definitely could've been better. Despite that...reactionscomments
When Cleaning is a Painful Chore...Who really likes to clean? I'm definitely not the cleanest person. I hate cleaning. I hate straightening up. I don't like the smell of cleaning products. And when I do...reactions3comments
Linking Psychiatric Disorders to Atopic Dermatitis...I recently came across an article published in Frontiers in Psychiatry that studied the possible link between the three A’s and psychiatric disorders. The three A’s referred to are asthma...reactionscomments
Going To The Beach With Eczema...With summer on its way, it seems like a good time to talk about how, even if you have eczema, you can make going to the beach enjoyable! In the...reactionscomments
3 Home Remedies for Atopic Dermatitis...There are times when it’s good to call the doctor about your itchy atopic dermatitis problems. What if it’s not really all that bad of an outbreak? Is it safe...reactionscomments
What I Learned About Eczema from an Educational Handout...After a recent visit to the allergist to determine how Catherine’s allergies may be connected to her eczema, we were given an educational handout about atopic dermatitis in children. I...reactionscomments
How I Chose My Current Skincare Routine...Choosing skin care products can be difficult when you have atopic eczema. There are so many different products that promise to do different things for your skin and when you...reactionscomments
Sleepless With Skin Stuff ...Having you been missing out on a solid nights sleep because of skin issues from atopic dermatitis? It’s tough to try and stay tucked in when you’re kicking the covers...reactions3comments
What is the best sunscreen for eczema?...From our inbox: Any suggestions on sunscreen? Seems like everything we have tried causes a flare now. Comment below with the type of sunscreen that has worked for you!...reactions11repliesSkincare Products
Treatment Help Beyond Moisturizers...After dealing with eczema as an adult, I thought I had a good idea of how to treat my skin. Then motherhood came and each of my kids started out...reactionscomments