Mindfulness for Atopic Dermatitis...I feel like this should be written in a softer smoother font with gentle curves. That's because when we think about scratching, harsh images may come to mind. I can...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
How I Wish Dermatologists Would Handle Appointments with Eczema Patients...My name is Terry and I am from the Bay Area of California, USA. When I developed eczema at the age of 5, my life quickly became a series of...Reactions0reactionsComments6 comments
Should Steroids Be out of the Question When It Comes to Eczema Treatment?...Steroids. They are the bane of our existence as people with chronic eczema. We all have lived through the false hope and disappointment of being prescribed endless supplies of steroids...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The Underwear Dilemma – Below the Belt...Listen, 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 Health...I'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
Finding the silver lining...Do you appreciate things more after having atopic dermatitis? What do you appreciate most in your life?...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesGeneral Discussions
Dragon Skin...I'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
What is the difference between eczema and rosacea?...Can they be confused with one another?...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesGeneral DiscussionsDiagnosis
Hard Water and Eczema Symptoms...The 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
Does hard water irritate your atopic dermatitis?...Does anyone find that the hard water at their house irritates their atopic dermatitis? Has anyone tried to install a water softener? If so, has that helped?...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesTriggersBathing
The Drug Pamphlet Part 1...It 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 Eczema...While 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 Dermatitis...Atopic 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
What can I use in place of coconut oil to help with dryness?...I am struggling with my AD more this year than I have in several years. I know I'm allergic to coconut, very much so, in fact. Skin tests, as well...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesComplementary TreatmentsSkincare Products
Hot Tub Help...It’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 Itching...My 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