When you have eczema it is all to easy to get bogged down in the task of finding what triggers a flare up and finding a cream that will control the symptoms. Whilst these are both vital in helping to control your eczema and lessen the impact it has on your life there are other […]
Archives for June 2009
Psoriasis – Skin and Beyond
The IFPA is holding the second World Psoriasis and Psoriatic Arthritis Conference in an attempt to improve the quality of life for psoriasis sufferers.
IgE-specific Allergy Testing
The IgE-specific test is a new form of allergy testing and consists of a single draw of blood.
Skin Disorders
Do you know where the thinnest skin on your body is or what the most common skin condition is? Read on to find out the answers.
Psoriasis Freeze
There are many alternate treatments for skin conditions. Here is one that sounds a little too severe for me but interesting all the same.
Foods to Avoid When Your Child Has Eczema
The most common question I get asked by parents is what foods should I take out of my child’s diet to help their eczema? The answer is simple
Varicose Eczema
When we think of eczema we usually think of the familial, atopic eczema that affects many of our children. There are however literally hundreds of different types of skin inflammation. Many are classified as eczema yet have little resemblance to atopic eczema.
Economy causing Eczema Flareups
Our troubled economy is increasing stress levels and in turn leading to eczema flare-ups. Read what a recent study has found.
Psoriasis and Alcohol
There is nothing better than to end a long, hard day with a wine…or maybe two. It never did anyone any harm. In fact recent studies suggest that
Choosing the right eczema treatment
Eczema is a chronic inflammatory skin condition that requires constant attention to be kept under control. Whilst choosing the right creams for your skin are important adhering to your treatment regime is equally as important.