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Herbal Medicine for Eczema Herbal medicines that were found to help alleviate the onset of eczema.

Over-the-counter drugs for Eczema These are antihistamines in a form of ointments or low potent coticosteroids to soothe less severe or healing areas, or dry scaly lesions

Medicinal Measures for Eczema Prescription antihistamines or hydrocortisone maybe given for persistent eczema attacks.

Warning Signs for Eczema There are other skin disorders that has the same signs and symptoms for eczema. It is best to consult your doctor.

Evening primrose seed oil (EPO) is used primarily to relieve the itchiness associated with certain skin conditions, including eczema. Gamma linolenin acid (see Nutrition and Dietary Supplements section), that is derived from evening primrose oil has been found to relieve the symptoms of eczema (see Nutrition and Supplements). Talk to your healthcare provider to decide if it is safe and worthwhile for you to try evening primrose for your eczema.

Chamomile flowers and oils has also been traditionally used to treat different skin deceases. Chamomile has anti-inflamatory properties that may be used to treat the symptoms of eczema. Chamomile may be used as a herbal compress, by boiling 2 teaspoons of dried chamomile flowers to a cup of water. Apply as cool compress to the affected skin with a clean cloth.

Witch hazel is a clear liquide extract that has been found to have properties that can help treat various skin problems. A certain study suggests that by applying witch hazel extract to the eczema affected skin, there is a substantial improvement to its symptoms.

Lavander is known mainly for its relaxing effects to aid with anxiety and insomnia, some herbal specialists prescribe oral lavender for skin conditions like eczema. Stress and anxiety is contributory in the aggravation of eczema flare-ups. The relaxing effects of lavander may help improve and treat eczema symptoms.

Take over-the-counter antihistamines. Antihistamines may provide relief from eczema due to allergen contacts. Antihistamines may cause drowsiness, follow the recommended instructions found in the packaging.

Apply over-the-counter anti-itch lotions or topical low potency coticosteroids to soothe less severe or healing areas, or dry scaly lesions

Study suggests that the therapeutic effect of exercise is related to the positive impact of stress and anxiety alleviation. Rigorious exercise is however not recommended during sever outbreaks

 

Study suggests that children subjected to massage therapy with or without essential oils shown improved eczema symptoms. The children experienced less redness, itchiness and other symptoms after being subjected to massage therapy in between attacks.

When the eczema hasn't cleared up after 2 weeks of home care and treatment. It is wise to consult your doctor immediately. Your doctor may put you on a prescription strength antihistamine or hydrocortisone creams.

 

Eczema is not a common disease and does not affect everyone on the same way. Signs and symptoms of eczema may differ for anyone. What you think is eczema maybe another type of skin disease or disorder. If your skin disorder persist, consult your doctor.

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