Archives for November 2009

There is a lot of fear about the use of cortisone when treating eczema. Cortisone is a very effective form of treatment for mild to moderate eczema. It is however important to follow a few rules when using it.

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.

Having trouble relieving that itch? One of the main problems for people with eczema is that persistent, drive-you-mad itch. It seems to go on and on and no matter how much cream you use it just won’t go away.

There seems to be little to be said for smoking on a positive note. It causes lung problems, circulatory problems and now it would appear that it may cause auto immune problems as well.

We all hate germs and many of us spend a lot of time removing any trace of them from our homes, believing that the less germs around us the less chance our children have of becoming sick. We may however…

I’ve said it a million times: “Cotton is best”. This is especially so for underwear. Young girls with sensitive skin getting their first bra should look for…

When you have a skin condition such as eczema or psoriasis it is very beneficial to read as much as you can so that your knowledge of your condition is as broad as possible. The problem is that many people write in terms that many of us do not understand.

There was a time when I thought all honey was the same and its sole purpose was to go on my toast of a morning.

We are a social race. It is very important for us to feel a sense of belonging and acceptance. If we feel we are different to the people around us we may suffer a fear of rejection, shame, anxiety, denial and loneliness. But what kind of condition could generate such strong emotion?