Atopic Dermatitis

Question: Atopic Dermatitis ....? can you just develope Atopic Dermatitis with no past history of it?

Answer: yes, could be your system is changing, your age plays a role, diet, any new medications, stress. any change in soap or moisturizer, any thing new or maybe you have become sensitive to the regular products you use and or foods you eat. I hope this will help!

Question: Atopic dermatitis!!!!!? so a few days ago I developed this horrible rash on my stomach and back. After doing some research online I fount out that it is atopic dermatitis. It can be caused by a lot of different things. It says people with asthma often get this (which I have asthma)...but Iv had asthma my entire life. If it was infact my asthma causing this, why would this rash just come out of nowhere?? It also says it can be cause by a viral infection, which I was just in the hospital because I had one. Or it can be caused by an allergic reaction...so I thought maybe im allergic to the pills the doctor gave me for the infection. Does anyone know the most likely cause of this??? And if it will go away on its own??? I dont have medical insurance right now and just spent so much money going to the ER for my viral infection so I really hope I dont have to go to the doctor. I thought since im 20 years old and it just came out of nowhere it should clear up on its own right??? The pain is pretty bad. Its not really the rash that is bothering me its the muscles in my back. It feels like my back is completely strained. They ache BAD! Is this a side affect of the rash?? because my back was fine before the rash developed.....

Answer: If it is painful, and particularly if you see small vesicles (small water filled lumps), the rash could be herpes zoster. Dermatitis is usually itchy but not painful.

Question: How to cure my annoying atopic dermatitis? I have been having atopic dermatitis for 2 years and it's always comes and goes. What is the real cure for it?

Answer: You need to come up a treatment plan with your doctor. I know people usually use the combination of steroid creams, anti-histamines and moisturizer. If you know your condition well, you can use your steriods wisely when a flareup occurs, and prevent any annoying signs showing up. Of course, moisturizer like vaseline is very important to keep your affected areas well hydrated. Dryness will cause your skin prone to eczematous flareup so apply your vaseline frequently.

Question: My newborn has Atopic Dermatitis any suggestion on how to help him? Hello, I just had a son hes about 2 months old and he is suffering from Atopic Dermatitis.I have taken him to several doctors and they have prescribed creams that have not worked thus far. I would like to get suggestions from parents that have dealt with the same situation. What has helped your child? Are there more natural approaches that I am not aware of. I look forward to your response as I am getting very scared for my baby.Thank you.

Answer: It is my understanding that this is a temporary thing in babies. Lots of babies have really sensitive skin, so they develop rashes that vary in severity. Have you thought that it might be an allergic reaction to something? Could be the formula (if you're using it), the brand of diapers, the laundry detergent you're using, the deodorant you wear, anything really. Some babies are super sensitive. I would take a close look at what you think could be causing it. As he gets older he will most likely grow out of it, but it's hard to say how long that will take. Sorry I don't know any natural remedies for it I would just say use the creams your doctor gives you and try to eliminate any allergens.

Question: What kind of dog food is good for a dog with Atopic Dermatitis? My dog Duke has Atopic Dermatitis and I am wondering if a special food will help besides just hydrocortisone cream. He doesn't have fleas or a food allergy just the skin problem.

Answer: My dog is a shar pei and they typically have problem skin. He is 13 and has always eaten Nutro's Lamb and Rice. They also sell fish oil capsules at pet shops for dogs with skin problems.

Question: atopic dermatitis.....? My 5 mo old son has atiopic dermatitis...........tried every lotion ....every cream but nothing is working...he is itchy all the time...i moisturize him frequently during day and night....my doc says it will get cured on it's own around 7-8 months....nowadays he is developing white patches where there used to be a reddish area....now my qs is do any of ur kids had this symptom and around what time they got normal........and did you use any kind of special medicine(homemade/prescribed) to get rid of it....pls help it kills me to see my baby scratching his body all the time..

Answer: Well I have been diagnosed with 'atopic dermatitis' which literally means a that he has a skin rash and they aren't sure exactly what it is. I've had it since about 2 years old, and now 18 years later I still have it. Occasionally it gets better and worse but it is always there. I too have tried every lotion and presscription with very little help. Its hard to say exactly would help him because with such a wide variety in the diagnonsis we may not have the same thing. What I have found that helps the best is to avoid everything with a scent ot alcohol in it (detergents, body soaps, lotions, sprays, hand soaps, and the absolute worse thing is hand sanitizer) I'm sure some of that stuff doesn't come in contact with you 5 month old but just incase. Another thing that helps is something called bag balm. It comes in a green tin and is like intense vasiline. It doesn't smell very nice and it will leave oily stains on clothes but it helps a lot! Hope that helps you out a little bit, and hopefully your son will outgrow it like they said.

Question: Who knows a good treatment for canine Atopic Dermatitis? My dog was just diagnosed with Atopic Dermatitis. I really need to find a way to help ease his pain and misery. Please help! I was recommended Atopica. Any thoughts?

Answer: I would hope that you have already talked to your vet about appropriate treatments. Since this is an allergic skin irritation, the treatment options include steroids, anti-histamines and allergy testing to determine what allergens are causing the problem and removal of those allergens from the dog's environment if at all possible. Flea saliva is one of the things that is a common cause of atopic dermatitis so flea control is going to be very important. If your dog is not already on a flea control product then I would recommend starting on Comfortis as it will kill fleas a few hours faster than the topical products and because topical applications may lead to further allergic reactions. Comfortis is an oral flea preventative. (Be aware that it does not prevent ticks.) Also do not use shampoos or sprays that have scents and in fact stick to products that are hypo-allergenic for shampooing your dog. Shampooing with product designed for dogs with skin allergies at least once a week may also help to ease the discomfort. The addition of essential fatty acids such as Omega 3's to your dog's diet may also be beneficial. Discuss their use with your vet.

Question: What's the difference between Atopic Dermatitis and Contact Dermatitis? Try to figure out whoch one i have. My so called "doctor" told me i had cellulitis, which was (excuse my language) but, total bull. I researched and looked up different rashes, and skin allergies/irritants, and turns out i have eczema. But i'm not sure if it's Atopic dermatitis or Contact dermatitis. What's the difference, cause they both kind of look the same. Help? <33

Answer: Atopic dermatitis is pretty general a term. Most people have a predisposition to having eczema. For some reason you will also find it quite common that people who regularly get eczema also have a variety of respiratory issues, like asthma. Eastern medicine has made this association much longer than Western medicine. Regular eczema sufferers seem to have a systemic issue and might find better relief through watching their diet, stress levels and being very cautious about what their skin comes in contact with Contact dermatitis means your skin came in contact with something specific to cause the irritation. It's more a "situational" skin condition. This could include exposure to a variety of substances like harsh detergents or chemicals or an extreme change in environment. People who have contact dermatitis usually find relief once they realize the cause and eliminate it.

Question: do the atopic dermatitis can be transfered by the sexual contact? Please give us more idea, on how to cure ATOPIC DERMATITIS promlem.

Answer: atopic dermatitis is actually non-contagious. it is a chronic pruritic inflammatory skin disorder.

Question: what is a good cure for atopic dermatitis in dogs? i own a 2 year old bichon frise dog,he suffers with atopic dermatitis,does anyone know of a good treatment for him?

Answer: Atopic Dermatitis is a skin allergy , inherited condition, normally caused by allergies to inhalants such as molds, cigarette smoke, chemicals used in the home, dust, grass, etc. There is no cure, but the use of antihistamines and some anti-inflamatory medications and even hyposensitization shots may help reduce the dogs sensitivity to the allergens. Washing walls, curtains, drapes, blinds, getting rid of all carpets and keeping the house smoke and dust-free will help considerably, however the best way to go is allergy tests to find out specifically which allergen is bothering him the most. Sorry to say, Bichons are one of the breeds very prone to allergies, inhalant and food. I would definitely find a vet specializing in allergies and get to the bottom of it. If not treated, the skin condition will continue to get worse, leading to possible staph infections requiring prednisone and antibiotics to clear up. Been there, done that a bunch........sigh

Question: I am 4 months pregnant and for the 1st time I am diagnosed with atopic dermatitis.? IS TRIAMCINOLONE SAFE FOR PREGNANT WOMEN? I dnt know if my pregnancy has something to do with my atopic dermatitis but it's the 1st time I had this. I am 22 years old already.. please help, thank you.

Answer: your pregnandcy very well could have something to do w/it. when i was pregnant my mom told me that whatever would go wrong with your body,will happen while youre pg/& it did. this cream is a generic,it fits symptoms of a lot of skin conditions. anywhere, it does have steroids in it. but as little as youre going to use, it 's probably safe, you might just try some zinc ointment. it's good for you & it's what they put in Desitin for a diaper rash, so you know it''s got to be safe.

Question: Does Murad work for Atopic dermatitis? What Murad skin products work best for mild to severe Atopic dermatitis? And can Murad products be used all over the body?

Answer: Your best bet for atopic dermatitis is not to aggravate the skin. This usually means water and soap precautions-- avoid long hot showers or hot baths. Use short showers in tepid water. Avoid soap or strong cleansers, and use a non-soap cleanser like Cetaphil bar or wash. Follow with a good moisturizer. If you have severe atopy, you need to see a dermatologist. Over the counter products can do more harm than good if you use the wrong ones, so consult your doctor.

Question: Does Anyone Know How To Cure Atopic Dermatitis? My Best Friend Was Diagnosed With Atopic Dermatitis In December 2006, Shes Had It For A Year And A Half Now And None Of The Creams She Takes Works. I Really Want To Help Her Because Shes Afraid Of People Seeing Her Spots In Her Body. It Has Really Affected Her Life! She Refuses To Go Out Anywhere With Out A Jacket Or Anything. I Really Want To Help Her Find A Cure For It. So If Please Anyone Knows How To Help My Friend Please Tell Me! She Is In Desperate Needs!!!

Answer: I am afraid there is no cure, but there are plenty of managements. Here is a list of do's and don'ts that I hope you will find helpful. Things not to do:- Don't use biological powders Don't use fabric softeners Don't use soap or detergents to wash with Don't use standard shower gels or bath additives Things to do :- Try Fairy Snow -the old fashioned powder Use dryer balls Use a soap free cleanser to wash hands etc. Use a moisturising shower gel like Oilatum Use a moisture bath additive like Aveeno Use a good moisturiser like Aveeno Use it very frequently, you can't over-moisturise! Use antihistamines for itch, a non sedative one like loratidine in the morning and a sedative one such piriton at night. You may need to use steroids creams/ointments for flare up areas. Use the mildest you can, for the shortest time possible. Sorry if you knew all of that already :-(

Question: How does ATOPIC DERMATITIS start? My Best Friend Was Diagnosed With Atopic Dermatitis In December 2006, Shes Had It For A Year And A Half Now And None Of The Creams She Takes Works. I Really Want To Help Her Because Shes Afraid Of People Seeing Her Spots In Her Body. It Has Really Affected Her Life! She Refuses To Go Out Anywhere With Out A Jacket Or Anything. I Really Want To Help Her Find A Cure For It. I Really Want To Know How This Started! So Please Let Me Know If You Know How It Starts

Answer: Unofrtunately there is no cure for Atopic Dermatitis (Ecezma). It can be made worse by emotional upset and stress however, so your friend may actually be making it worse by worrying about it. It must be hard for her, but try and get her to relax and feel good about herself, talk about the parts of her body that she does like, and praise her, if you concentrate on the good things it will help her to accept the not so good. The causes of Atopic Dermatisis are usually hereditary, so if your friends parents or close family have the disorder they probably passed it on to her,also if they had an allergic consition such as asthma or hayfever. Although there is no cure, there is a new treatment known as immuno-modulators control inflammation and reduce immune system reactions when applied to the skin (ecezma is caused when the body's immune system becomes misguided and create inflammation in the skin even in the absence of a major infection), two brands of this is Protopic and Elidel, so ask her to try those. Make sure your friend takes care of her skin,and suggest Stress management and relaxation techniques, which help decrease the likelihood of flareups. People with Atopoc dermatitis are tempted to scratch at the area, making it worse, so your friend may find it useful to keep her hands occupied so she scratchess less. Hope this helps.

Question: A great potential babysitter has Atopic dermatitis on her hands? Is it safe to have her babysit my 8month old? I ask the same question and got 3 answer. I chose the best one of the 3 but I didn't know it was going to close the question. So I just did a new one.

Answer: She will be fine as long as she doesn,t ram her fist down the babies throat.

Question: Atopic dermatitis and panic attacks linked? I have severe atopic dermatitis (eczema). Here's the thing. When I'm stressed, I itch more. When I get really itchy, I get stressed about it. This has escalated into screaming fits before (I'm not proud). My dermatologist concludes that I have panic attack disorder and she prescribed me Doxepin. The doxepin has only stopped the itching and stress in the sense that I can't itch in my sleep. Its only effect has been sleep. So, is there a link between skin conditions and panic attacks, or is my dermatologist wrong on this one? Also, how I go about asking for a change from the doxepin. I hate it.

Answer: Itching is a maddening stimulus, and one that is very hard to alleviate. I rather think that diagnosing a panic disorder simply because of your understandable reaction to constant itch is jumping the gun a bit. The Doxepin should help control the itch, and you have said that it does, but it does not a thing for panic or anxiety disorders. True panic requires training in certain skills and medications specific to anxiety to treat. Sounds to me like your doctor fed you bit of a line. If you want to know for sure whether or not you have an anxiety disorder...see a psychiatrist, they are ultimately much better trained in mental health issues than a general practitioner.

Question: My sons have atopic dermatitis on their heads? Any ideas on how to get rid of it? This condition comes from the cells sloughing off at faster than normal rates.

Answer: Hi SNowflake Here is a herb remedy that will work. 1. Take 1-3 droppersful of Echinacea Plus Tincture (at herbdoc.com or another qualified site) to strengthen the immune system. 2. Rub Garlic oil ALL over the affected area (Garlic will kill anything if you use enough of it) 3. Give 1-3 glasses of Activated Charcoal Slurry per day (to absorb the toxins out of the blood) 4. Mix equal parts of Aloe Vera Gel, Slippery Elm Powder and Activated Charcoal Powder together (absorbs the toxins externally) 5. Apply a thin layer of this mixture over the AFFECTED area(s). 6. Continue this treatment, until the desired Results are achieved. This is healing at it's highest point. Cause Eczema is often called Dermatitis, and may be a symptom of an omega-3 fatty acid deficiency. Eczema can be due to allergies, allergies secondary to digestive disorders such as hydrochloric acid deficiency, rashes secondary to immune diseases, genetic metabolic disorders, and/or nutritional deficiencies, especially of niacin (vitamin B3) and B6, as well as other B vitamins. To minimize your risk of developing eczema, avoid irritating substances, wear natural nonirritating materials, use soothing ointments, and check to see if dietary, nutritional, and/or and allergy-causing factors need to be considered. Other ideas that will help: Juice Therapy: The following juice combinations can help speed healing: black currant and red grapes; carrot, beet, spinach, cucumber, and parsley; and wheat grass juice. Nutritional Supplementation: Vitamin A and GLA (gamma-linolenic acid), an omega-6 essential fatty acid found in high quantities in evening primrose oil, have both been shown to improve the symptoms of eczema. Vitamin E. Other useful supplements for preventing and reversing eczema include vitamin B complex, vitamin B6, vitamin E, magnesium, and zinc. Topical Treatment: Apply evening primrose oil directly to cracked and sore areas of the skin. A topical paste made from ginkgo and licorice root extract has also been shown to improve eczema symptoms. Best of health to you

Question: I have atopic dermatitis, and it creates a really bad rash. What can I do to reduce my rashes? Any creams or anything that are helpful?? ++ Any way to cover it up? I have rashes on my arms, and I can't wear t-shirts, because it grosses people out... :( I HATE ALLERGIES!

Answer: Hello there. I recommend that you should try the herbal anti-eczema cream by Champori. It is safe and works great for atopic dermatitis as well: my splotches cleared in just 2 weeks and haven't come back for more than a year now! Best, Bernadette

Question: is there a cure for atopic dermatitis in dogs? I HAVE TRIED MOST THINGS,the steroids that my vet gives him makes his breathing rapid and i am sure his heart rate goes up,they stop him scratching for a day,thats all. CAN ANYONE HELP,THANK YOU.

Answer: there is no cure, there is only managing the symptoms ... my dog has had severe allergies for her whole life and prednisone is the only thing that has helped ... not the cortisone shots which are a waste of time and money and painful to receive ... i did try my dog on atopica which was super expensive and worked for about eight months ... then back to prednisone ... and antihistamines on the alternate days ... in cooler weather i would put a t-shirt on the dog to stop from traumatizing the skin ... oh yeah, my dog was on the raw diet for almost a year with no change in her allergies ... she has been on more than ten different diets over the years and no food change, whether raw or hypoallergenic has helped ... a vegetarian diet helped ... but my local store stopped carrying the high quality vegan kibble i used to buy ...

Question: How can I stop an itchy rash on my hands that I have had for 17 years? Is it a food alergy, atopic dermatitis? My hands and fingers will at times get small blisters that weep, crack, scale and flake and ITCH! I wear cotton gloves with moisturizer at night and it definitely seems to help and control it somewhat but never cures it. I have been to doctors over the years and don't want to use steroid creams on a regular long term basis. Any ideas why I get this and any cure?

Answer: Try taking various vitamins and food supplements. I had a condition like that for a while, and the only thing that helped was taking daily supplements of Omega 3 Fatty Acids and Amino Acids. It really moistens the skin, and for me got rid of the problem.