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Natural Skin Relief for Dermatitis

by Angelique Jodein

Atopic dermatitis is a long-lasting skin ailment that produces a strong itching and then a red, raised rash. It commonly appears in early childhood and continues into the teen years. Adults also may suffer it or have milder problems than they did as infants, along with sensitive-skin signs.

If you suffer atopic dermatitis, your skin is very sensitive to irritants and is likely to developing a rash and becoming itchy. The itch may seem to be relieved by scratching, but it usually results in a rash and leads to a vicious cycle of itching, scratching, and rash.

Skin affected by dermatitis must be maintained well moisturized. Although scientists have yet to fully understand the triggers of atopic dermatitis, they already known that dry skin plays a big part in exacerbating symptoms.

Good skin care is a vital part of controlling the rash and itch of dermatitis. To help avoid a cycle of scratching, itching, and rash, keep your skin moisturized and recognize and avoid skin irritants.

To care for your skin: - Soak in warm (not hot), clean water for 3 to 5 minutes. Your skin will assimilate water and still retain its biological oils. Losing the biological oils will result in dry skin. You may shower when an outbreak is mild or when atopic dermatitis is under control.

- Avoid washing with soap during every bath. If you need some soap, use a gentle, non-drying product. Use soap regularly only on the groin, underarms, and feet, rinsing immediately afterward. Children affected by atopic dermatitis should not stay sit in soapy water.

- Don't add bubble bath and bath oils to the bathwater, because they can alter your skin's capability to assimilate water.

- Don't use scrub brushes or washcloths.

- After a bath or shower, pat your skin dry. While your skin is still moist or even wet, immediately apply a moisturizer, within 3 minutes of leaving the shower or bath. Waiting longer allows the skin to dry out. For severe dryness, try mineral oil, petroleum jelly, or an all-herbal shortening. The moisturizer must be applied several times a day.

- Talk to your personal doctor about applying a wet bandage over the affected area. It can help relieve symptoms but may not be a good idea if some skin treatment is being applied on the skin.

And, of course, avoid skin irritants at all costs, like some cleansing solutions, scratchy clothing or bedding, damp hands or feet, sunburn, places with low humidity, excessive sweating, sudden changes of temperature, and emotional stress.

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Published July 17th, 2008

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