The state of our skin is affected by many different things – over-exposure to harsh uv rays, pollution, cigarette smoke, lack of water, caffeine. The list goes on. Recent studies show that stress also affects our skin state. Although the link between the brain and the skin is not new the impact stress has on […]
Archives for November 2008
Living with Nummular Eczema
Nummular Eczema is a chronic dermatitis. The word nummular comes from the Latin term ‘nummus’ meaning coin. An appropriate name for the condition, as it presents itself as stubborn coin shaped lesions.
Trigger Factors of Rosacea
Rosacea is a chronic blood vessel disorder affecting the blood vessels of the face. The result is a facial rash that appears as red pimple like bumps accompanied by excessive flushing. So what triggers the condition? Diet Lifestyle Exercise Drugs/Medicines Emotional changes Environmental changes The triggers of Rosacea are well documented and extensive. Since Rosacea […]
Psoriatic Arthritis
This is what usually comes into the mind of most people when the word Psoriasis is mentioned. Arthritis is generally not thought of in relation to psoriasis. But, perhaps it should be.
Mobile phones trigger eczema
A few years ago researchers found another health risk resulting from using mobile phones – a risk of developing eczema. These findings were…
15 Interesting Facts
Take a look at these 15 interesting facts concerning eczema, psoriasis and the skin.
Elidel and Protopic warnings
The “black box” warning placed on Elidel and Protopic BACK IN 2005 scared patients off using these drugs unnecessarily or so the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) believe.
Excema
Excema is a very common misspelling of the skin condition…
Hungry Skin needs a Healthy Diet
One of the easiest things you can do to stay healthy and to help your body heal itself is to eat a nutritious diet. Such a diet will help you boost your immune system and will provide you with the energy you need to help you cope with the stress of your condition. Food is […]
Go Natural!
Natural therapies may be the preferred treatment of the future. There is a definite trend towards natural therapies when it comes to treating eczema and psoriasis. With the well known dangers of the prolonged use of steroids and now with growing fears that the wonder drugs Elidel and Protopic are not as safe as originally […]