Eczema Blog

Mar 19, 5 Ways To Manage Cradle Cap

Mon, 19 Mar 2018 11:39:42 -0400

For the 50% of babies that are affected, here are 5 ways to manage cradle cap. They'll help you and your little one treat and manage this very common, and sometimes stubborn, condition

Feb 8, Dairy Free Peanut Butter Pretzel Chocolate Hearts

Thu, 8 Feb 2018 12:28:52 -0500

These delicious Dairy Free Peanut Butter Pretzel Chocolate Hearts are a great little home-made Valentine gift for the one you love, or a tasty treat at the end of a romantic meal

Jan 7, Living With Eczema And Our Mission

Sun, 7 Jan 2018 10:28:39 -0500

Hi, I have been living with eczema for 46 years but the hardest part is caring for our son who is now 19 and has suffered from eczema since birth. The

Dec 14, Gluten Free Christmas Pudding

Thu, 14 Dec 2017 09:18:06 -0500

Here is a delicious gluten free christmas pudding recipe that is simple to make and is also dairy and nut free. A great festive desert for the eczema sufferer in your life

Dec 11, 5 Tips To Giving Eczema Friendly Christmas Gifts

Mon, 11 Dec 2017 07:40:55 -0500

Buying presents is pretty stressful. What if your loved one has eczema, what can you get them? Here are 5 tips to giving eczema friendly Christmas gifts

Nov 22, 5 Tips For An Eczema Friendly Thanksgiving

Wed, 22 Nov 2017 16:33:08 -0500

Here are 5 tips for an eczema friendly Thanksgiving that are great for the eczema sufferer in your life...some of them are eczema-friendly and fun!

Sep 21, If You Have Experience Of Dry Eyes I'd Love To Hear From You!

Thu, 21 Sep 2017 14:21:43 -0400

I've received an email from Fiona who has had eczema in varying degrees since her teens. She also suffers from severe dry eyes which she has been told is linked to her eczema. I have no experience of dry eyes and I always think that the best advice comes from people who have lived with a condition, so if you live with, or have lived with, dry eyes and can share any information or advice with Fiona I'd love to hear from you. It would be great to be able to share your experiences with her. You can either leave a comment on here or use the 'Contact Me' page below. I look forward to hearing from you :)

Jul 12, Occlusive Dressing

Wed, 12 Jul 2017 16:15:46 -0400

Occlusive Dressing is used as covering on moderate to severe eczema. There are a few different types. Their benefits include helping with the absorption of topical treatments, and reducing scratching

Jul 10, My New Aloe Vera Plant

Mon, 10 Jul 2017 07:25:50 -0400

My friend has very kindly given me one of her aloe vera plants. I'm quite excited by this, but it's looking a little sorry for itself and I have no idea how to get it back to it's best so I can use the gel or juice from the leaves. I've decided to ask for advice from my Facebook and Twitter followers, and also do some Google research! I will update a post with how my plant gets healthy, hopefully, it's not a lost cause, and how I get on with extracting the gel...I think it may get messy! :)

May 22, Seasonal Eczema

Mon, 22 May 2017 05:52:24 -0400

Seasonal eczema can be affected by any weather, it depends on the individual. You cant control the weather but you can control how you limit the effect that the weather has on your skin

May 19, Free App Can Help Track Seasonal Allergies

Fri, 19 May 2017 05:20:46 -0400

Allergy sufferers can download a new free app that can help track seasonal allergies. You can record and track your allergic responses as they happen. This information will then be shared anonymously with scientists to help them understand more about allergies in the UK. If you or a family member suffers from allergies and you want to get involved in this research you can find out where to download the #BritainBreathing app at here

Mar 20, Study Shows That The Properties Of Superfine Merino Wool Can Benefit Children With Eczema

Mon, 20 Mar 2017 09:47:11 -0400

A study has been looking at the effects of superfine merino wool on children with eczema. The results have been positive so far with children reporting less irritation and itchiness. It has been found that the ultra fine fibres help to regulate the body's temperature. It also stops moisture getting caught between clothing and the skin helping to create a healthy environment for eczema.

Mar 15, Sanofi’s Dupilumab Joins UK’s Early Access Scheme

Wed, 15 Mar 2017 10:45:17 -0400

Patients with atopic dermatitis are to get early access to Sanofi’s dupilumab before it is given marketing authorisation in the UK. This is after some positive research results were received from testing. It will be available to adult patients who have severe atopic dermatitis that has not responded to, or are unable to use, other treatments.

Feb 25, National Jewish Health in Denver Saved My Son's Life

Sat, 25 Feb 2017 05:47:02 -0500

Here is my story about my son and what helped him. My son had eczema his whole life. When he was young we were able to maintain it with cortisone and

Jan 11, Researchers Are Looking To Develop A New Treatment

Wed, 11 Jan 2017 12:53:36 -0500

Researchers at a university in Japan have found that a certain protein, called endothelial PAS domain protein 1 (EPAS1), plays a part in producing a cytokin, interleukin 31 (IL-31). IL-31 has been shown to make the itch feel itchy. Some previous research showed that in atopic dermatitis patients the levels of IL-31 in the body can be more than 10 times higher. Doctors are now looking to find a medicine that can inhibit the production of EPAS1, so less IL-31 is produced.

Jan 1, What Is Eczema? Has Finally Joined Twitter!

Sun, 1 Jan 2017 06:12:53 -0500

Happy New Year. My first blog post of 2017 is to share that What Is Eczema? has finally become a part of the wonderful world of Twitter. It's been a long time coming and I hope you decide to come over and follow me :) I'm looking forward to tweeting, re-tweeting and sharing anything interesting or informative. I hope to see you over there :)

Dec 2, The Run Up To Christmas

Fri, 2 Dec 2016 14:03:08 -0500

Everyday in the run up to Christmas a post will be added to the What Is Eczema? Facebook page. There will be recipes, present ideas, tips and just some little bits of fun. If you'd like to join in just pop over to the Facebook page by clicking on the link. See you over there :)

Nov 22, Allergy Free Christmas Pudding Recipe

Tue, 22 Nov 2016 15:16:42 -0500

If you're looking for a delicious christmas pudding that doesn't contain any wheat or dairy, look no further. The link will take you to the December 2014 edition of the Eczema Bulletin. Just scroll down to Tip of the Month to find the recipe and a couple of photos I took of my attempt :) You'll notice that there is potato in the list of ingredients...don't let that put you off. Enjoy :)

Sep 9, A New Eczema Consultation Tool Launched

Fri, 9 Sep 2016 16:38:43 -0400

The TalkingEczema tool has been developed in the UK, and it is hoped that it will help patients tell their doctor how their eczema is impacting their life. The patient fills in a questionnaire, and a graph is produced using the answers which will help the doctor get a full picture of the patient's well-being. It is hoping that the tool will help provide a more personalised treatment plan for eczema sufferers. A pilot was done with the tool and has had some positive results, with all patients saying that they'd recommend the tool to other eczema sufferers. There is a website about it which says that it is for healthcare workers, www.talkingeczematool.co.uk, and you can also read more about it below

Aug 19, Eczema and Sleep

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 07:04:27 -0400

Your baby’s eczema and sleep, or lack of, can have an effect on each other. Getting their sleeping environment and routine right can make a big difference

Aug 14, What Is Hay Fever

Sun, 14 Aug 2016 14:33:55 -0400

What is hay fever, and how can you reduce the affect it has on your life. Prevention and treatment can help to make the few months of the year, when you would rather stay in than go out, easier

Jul 19, Breastfeeding and Eczema

Tue, 19 Jul 2016 13:02:11 -0400

Is there a link between breastfeeding and eczema? It’s a question that has been asked many times, and you can find some of the answers here

Jun 4, Immunisations

Sat, 4 Jun 2016 09:47:58 -0400

Children are given immunisations to keep them healthy and free from certain diseases. As a parent you want to know if they could affect your child's eczema

Jun 3, Children's Bath Time

Fri, 3 Jun 2016 10:33:57 -0400

Making your children's bath time safe for their eczema can help to manage their skin. It starts from before you run the tap to the after bath time care

May 30, Your Stories

Mon, 30 May 2016 15:35:40 -0400

It doesn't matter how long eczema has been part of your life, we all have a story. I'd love to hear your stories and tips, and if you have any questions I'll share them so the community can help

Apr 29, Eczema Bulletin Newsletter

Fri, 29 Apr 2016 11:15:55 -0400

What Is Eczema sends out a monthly newsletter, Eczema Bulletin. It features

A Monthly Featured Article
My Favourite News Article
Tip of the Month
5 ways to.....

May's edition is ready to be sent. To subscribe, fill in the box in the right hand column. Once you've subscribed you'll receive the newsletter each month and you'll also be able to read all the previous newsletters. As a thank you when you subscribe you will get the free mini e-guide, 'Ditch Your Eczema Itch - 10 simple ways to help stop the itch-scratch cycle'

Mar 6, Nummular Eczema

Sun, 6 Mar 2016 11:32:19 -0500

Nummular Eczema is characterised by the coin-shaped plaques that are the main symptom. Less is known about the cause and this can make it harder to treat, but not impossible

Jan 31, Three Ladies and The Allergy Law Project

Sun, 31 Jan 2016 09:49:50 -0500

Three lawyers from the United States have founded the Allergy Law Project, the Las Vegas Review Journal has reported. The three ladies all have children with food allergies and are working to provide the right information about the law and food allergies. The article is an interesting read about how one of these ladies, Homa Woodrum, found that her first child had developed food allergies. From there she started a blog which provided recipes for families dealing with food allergies. The blog ran a story which caught the attention of an attorney from Maryland, Mary Vargas. Woodrum met Laurel Francoeur, a lawyer from Massachusetts, who came up with the idea of the Allergy Law Project. Together the three ladies provide free information online about the allergy law in the United States. You can read more about their story below

Jan 14, Link Between Immune System and Food Allergies

Thu, 14 Jan 2016 05:50:00 -0500

A research team in Australia have discovered that there is a link between children who have an over-active immune system, and the development of certain food allergies. They found that children who have an over-active immune system are more likely to develop food allergies in the first few years of life. They aren't sure why certain children have hyperactive immune cells, though they have found that certain cells are activated before or during birth. Why it happens is unknown. They are going to carry on the research to look for answers that may help to lower the risk of children developing these food allergies.

Jan 2, Eczema Bulletin Newsletter

Sat, 2 Jan 2016 08:34:45 -0500

What Is Eczema sends out a monthly newsletter, Eczema Bulletin. It features

A Monthly Featured Article
My Favourite News Article
Tip of the Month
5 ways to.....

January's edition has just been sent. To subscribe, fill in the box in the right hand column. Once you've subscribed you'll receive the newsletter each month and you'll also be able to read all the previous newsletters. As a thank you when you subscribe you will get the free mini e-guide, 'Ditch Your Eczema Itch - 10 simple ways to help stop the itch-scratch cycle'

Nov 17, Treating Baby Eczema

Tue, 17 Nov 2015 18:02:33 -0500

Finding the best way of treating baby eczema is so important when you want to alleviate your baby's red, itchy skin. You can read here about some conventional ways that can help.....

Oct 24, Ten New Genetic Links Found That May Link To Eczema

Sat, 24 Oct 2015 11:24:44 -0400

It has been reported that ten new genetic links have been discovered that may increase the risk of eczema developing. Amongst the genes found, were some that had an effect on certain roles of the immune system. An over-active immune system can be a cause of cause developing. The first part of the research was done with around 21,000 eczema sufferers and over 90,000 non-sufferers. Another 260,000 people were added to the research so the results could be confirmed. The main result of the study confirms how important the immune system is in the development of eczema. How these new found genes will increase the risk of eczema developing may need more research, and more time.

Oct 3, New Fabric That May Help Dust Related Allergies

Sat, 3 Oct 2015 09:05:33 -0400

Polish scientists say that they have been testing a fabric that helps with controlling dust mites. When you have a dust allergy that makes the symptoms of your eczema or asthma worse it can make for sleepless nights. Dust mites pass through the pores in normal fabrics used on your bed. The new fabric stops them getting through, but does allow air to pass through. When you have eczema this can help to stop your skin from getting too hot. Tests have shown that the fabric improves the symptoms of a dust allergy by up to 70%. After additional testing has been done the scientists think that the product will be available to buy. You can watch a short video about the fabric by clicking on the link below

Sep 14, Baby Eczema

Mon, 14 Sep 2015 17:12:19 -0400

Baby eczema can be very distressing for your little one as well as yourself, as their parent. Luckily there are many ways that can help you to manage, treat and reduce the likelihood of an outbreak

Sep 8, Aloe Vera for Skin

Tue, 8 Sep 2015 16:58:50 -0400

Using aloe vera for skin health could be a great way to go. It can help with the inflammation of eczema and help to keep your skin moisturised, to prevent further skin damage

May 26, Ragweed Pollen Could Increase Hayfever In Europe

Tue, 26 May 2015 11:29:04 -0400

Scientists are saying that climate change and seed disposal are the main reasons for the increase. Ragweed is found in North America, but it is quickly coming to Europe. The main areas that will be affected are Northern Europe, UK and Northern France. The results of a study show that in the next 35 years the instances of hayfever will increase by up to 4 times in these areas. This is not good news for hayfever sufferers, and will mean that even more people will become sufferers. If you are, or a family member suffers from eczema then this is something to keep an eye on, as you could be in the high risk group likely to develop hayfever due to ragweed in the future.

May 25, Foot Eczema

Mon, 25 May 2015 07:05:49 -0400

Foot Eczema can be a painful type of eczema to suffer from. With the right management and the right treatment, you can stay on your feet and enjoy your day

Apr 20, The 5 Most Allergy Prone Destinations In The World

Mon, 20 Apr 2015 15:01:36 -0400

A news article on bt.com has revealed the top 5 places that are the most allergy prone destinations in the world. I have to admit I was surprised by at least 3 of them! 1. Knoxville, Tennessee 2. London, UK 3. Singapore 4. Louisville, Kentucky 5. Australia Most of these places cause problems for allergy sufferers because of pollen. But also mentioned in the report is smog, dust mites and food.

Mar 31, Dead Sea Salt Benefits

Tue, 31 Mar 2015 15:28:54 -0400

Dead Sea salt benefits your skin, and can help you manage the symptoms of your eczema. Natural and full of minerals, the salt has many great properties

Mar 23, Allergy Tests

Mon, 23 Mar 2015 06:07:08 -0400

Allergy tests are used to discover what substances cause a reaction. They are very useful when you have eczema. Find out what irritates your skin, take action to avoid it, and help manage your eczema

Feb 16, Irritant Contact Dermatitis

Mon, 16 Feb 2015 10:33:18 -0500

Irritant Contact Dermatitis is the most common of the two types of Contact Dermatitis. Anything can cause a reaction. Working out your triggers and the best treatments will help you manage it

Dec 29, Eczema Bulletin Newsletter

Mon, 29 Dec 2014 02:48:01 -0500

What Is Eczema sends out a monthly newsletter, Eczema Bulletin. It features - A Monthly Featured Articles
- My Favourite News Article
- Tip of the Month
- 5 ways to..... January's edition is due out in the next few days. To subscribe, fill in the box in the right hand column. As a thank you when you subscribe you will get the free mini e-guide, 'Ditch Your Eczema Itch - 10 simple ways to help stop the itch-scratch cycle'

Nov 30, Alitretinoin

Sun, 30 Nov 2014 21:11:34 -0500

Alitretinoin is a treatment prescribed for chronic hand eczema. It is effective for some sufferers, but is given with caution by doctors and dermatologists

Nov 27, Generic Version Of Protopic Ointment Launched

Thu, 27 Nov 2014 21:12:28 -0500

A company in Allegan, Michigan, has launched a generic version of Protopic ointment, also known as tacrolimus. Perrigo Co. PLC is marketing a 0.1 percent and a 0.03 percent version of the ointment, which is used to treat moderate to severe eczema. In a statement, the company has said that shipments have started to pharmacies. In the last year, the brand sales of Protopic ointment were around $176 million. Having a generic version of the ointment will hopefully mean a more cost effective treatment for eczema sufferers

Nov 18, Asteatotic Eczema

Tue, 18 Nov 2014 06:40:25 -0500

Asteatotic Eczema affects mainly people over 60. A very dry skin condition, it has a distinctive look. Part of its management is to combat the excessive dryness

Nov 11, Eczema Tied To Bone Fracture Risk In Study

Tue, 11 Nov 2014 04:46:19 -0500

A study of 34,500 adults was done. It showed that people with eczema had more than double the risk of a fracture, or bone injury, than people without eczema, reported The New York Times Well blog. The main author of the report, Dr Jonathan Silverberg, said 'fatigue and sleep deprivation, the use of sedating medicines like antihistamines, could raise the risk of falls'. Also Dr Silverberg says 'that chronic inflammation is associated with bone loss and increased fracture risk. Also steroid medications, often used for eczema, can weaken bones'. This is a very interesting study and got me thinking about some of the other reasons that this may occur. Vitamin D is considered important for bone health, as it helps the body absorb calcium into the body. Calcium is known to be vital for the bones. It is also suggested that eczema sufferers have low levels of vitamin D. These two facts may suggest a link to the results of this study. Taking a vitamin D supplement may help eczema sufferers. To both help with managing their eczema, and to help with their bone health.

Oct 14, Support The Teal Pumpkin Project To Raise Food Allergy Awareness

Tue, 14 Oct 2014 23:38:32 -0400

Halloween is a fun time for families. Dressing up, having parties and trick-or-treating. Children particularly love trick or treating. But if your child suffers from allergies it can become less fun. A great project has been started by FARE (Food Allergy Research and Education). It is called The Teal Pumpkin Project. It is encouraging households to give non-food items out to trick-or-treaters. The participating households put a teal painted pumpkin their house, as well as putting up a poster, to tell trick-or-treaters that they are only giving out non-food treats. I think this project is a great idea. It helps to raise awareness of food allergies, and allows children suffering from them to participate in a fun family tradition. It would be great if communities could get involved and raise awareness of this project. You can find out more below

Oct 8, Eczema On Body

Wed, 8 Oct 2014 09:37:19 -0400

As an eczema sufferer you may have eczema on body parts all over. Different parts may require differing treatments and ways to manage it. Learn more about how to deal with eczema on various body parts

Sep 30, Vaginal Eczema

Tue, 30 Sep 2014 08:23:28 -0400

Vaginal eczema can be irritating and uncomfortable if you are a sufferer. Learning to manage the condition can help to alleviate your symptoms, making it easier to live

Sep 15, National Eczema Week In The UK

Mon, 15 Sep 2014 13:44:08 -0400

In the UK it is National Eczema Week. It is running from 13 September to 21 September. There are Helpline live events being held, aswell as other events being run by groups around the UK. To find out more information about events going on around the country, and ways you can get involved, visit the National Eczema Society.

Sep 3, Hand Held Home Phototherapy Device Being Developed

Wed, 3 Sep 2014 11:52:02 -0400

medcitynews.com, have reported that a company in San Diego, Skylit Medical, are developing a light therapy device, which can be used at home. Light therapy, or phototherapy, is used in hospitals and specialist clinics, to treat certain skin conditions, including eczema. The founder of the company suffers from eczema himself. He wanted to invent something that will benefit other eczema sufferers. Making it easier for them to get the light therapy treatment they need, without the time consuming trips to the specialist centres.