Archive for the ‘About Eczema’ Category

Understanding Seborrheic Dermatitis

Seborrheic dermatitis is a type of eczema where the oil glands of the skin are affected. In skin, there are two types of glands: sweat glands and oil glands. The sweat glands release sweat as a temperature regulator for the ... read more

Pompholyx Eczema

Pompholyx Eczema

Pompholyx Eczema, also termed Dyshidrotic Eczema, is a skin condition that is characterized by small blisters on the hands or feet. It is an acute, chronic, or recurrent dermatosis of the fingers, palms, and soles, characterized by a sudden onset ... read more

What Is Nummular Eczema

What Is Nummular Eczema

Nummular eczema is presently characterized by faint erythema and scaling of the lower face and upper neck, with accompanying dry patches of the distal legs, and areas of hyperpigmentation about the trunk, but no evidence of exudation or constant itching, ... read more

Dyshidrosis Treatment

Unfortunately, since dyshidrosis is a type of eczema, conventional treatment for dyshidrosis is topical steroids which can bring about harmful long term effects. Other methods include the use of Hydrogen Peroxide (35% strength) and Potassium Permanganate solution. Both of these ... read more

Dyshidrosis: What Is It?

Dyshidrosis: What Is It?

Dyshidrosis, also termed Dyshidrotic Eczema, Pompholyx and Dyshidrotic Dermatitis, is a skin condition that is characterized by small blisters on the hands or feet. It is an acute, chronic, or recurrent dermatosis of the fingers, palms, and soles, characterized by ... read more