eczema

[rnnw62]

My Mother had psoriasis horribly. She got them in her mid 30's.
It was so bad at times she needed to be hositalized and then
they would give her tar treatments. She also was on many meds
to try to control the outbreaks. Myself I have eczema and I
didn't get it either until 13 years ago after the birth of my last
child. When I moved to AZ it seemed to go away but now 5
yrs later it has begun to be bothersome once again. Skin
problems are so NOT fun...

[nifer]

Originally Posted by Sherry Lynn

What causes eczema and psoriasis? And does it ever completely go away?

http://www.eczema.org/faqfile.htm

What is eczema?
Eczema, or dermatitis as it is sometimes called, is a group of skin conditions which can affect all age groups. In the United Kingdom, up to one fifth of all children of school age have eczema, along with about one in twelve of the adult population. The severity of the disease can vary. In mild forms the skin is dry, hot and itchy, whilst in more severe forms the skin can become broken, raw and bleeding. Although it can sometimes look unpleasant, eczema is not contagious. With treatment the inflammation of eczema can be reduced, though the skin will always be sensitive to flare-ups and need extra care.


Is there a cure for eczema?
There is currently no cure for eczema though research continues to shed new light on the condition. However, there are many ways to minimise the discomfort and distress which eczema can bring, the foundation of which is an effective skin care routine. A wide range of treatments is available, either over the counter at the pharmacy, or on prescription from a doctor. Many complementary therapies are available, which some people find helpful. In addition, there are ways of minimising environmental allergens commonly found in the home.

[Rockster's Mom]

My sister broke out with Psoriasis when she was in 5th grade (she is 27 now), and it was really tough on her. But she learned real quick if you did not do what your doctor told you, it can get out control easly. Other than my sister, my mom, me, and one of my cousins have it, and we have all noticed that when we are stressed out or sick it will flare up. Also climate and believe or not your tap water play a big part in controling it. My Psoriasis has pretty much has gone away since I went to the dr and she gave me a cream to put on the spots and moved to Fort Worth from Houston, I still have little breaksouts when the weather changes and if I am stressed or coming down with something. Now my mom and sis have servere cases of it and take a oral med for it, but they have to have there liver checked every three months or so.

[Sherry Lynn]

So not sounding like fun!! Ouch! So it sounds like something genetic then...

[Rockster's Mom]

They say its not genetic, but when your grandfather, mother, sister, you, and a 1st cousin (all on the same side of the family) have it makes you wonder.

[nifer]

Originally Posted by Rockster's Mom

They say its not genetic, but when your grandfather, mother, sister, you, and a 1st cousin (all on the same side of the family) have it makes you wonder.

actually, susceptibility to eczema is genetic. frequently, it's associated with a family history of allergic conditions such as hay fever and asthma, however, environmental factors may trigger this disease.

here's an article you may find informative:
The Genetics of Atopy and Atopic Eczema
James A. MacLean, MD; Frank J. Eidelman, MD
Arch Dermatol. 2001;137:1474-1476.

http://archderm.ama-assn.org/cgi/con...ct/137/11/1474


ETA: another link
The genetics of psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis and atopic dermatitis
Anne M. Bowcock1,* and William O.C.M. Cookson
http://hmg.oxfordjournals.org/cgi/co...13/suppl_1/R43

[chewysmom]

I have also heard that there is a link between eczema and thyroid conditions. My family is full of people with thyroid conditions but only my cousin and I have eczema.

[Gizmo's Mom]

My son who is 23 now was born with it. Doctor said it was manifested by his allergies. His little face would bleed and be stuck to his blanket in the mornings. The creases in his arms and behind his knees. With bad flare ups he was prescribed Prednizone and always the old stand by Synalar Creme..that stuff is magic. Might not be a bad idea to be allergy tested. tell your friend good luck and ask about the Synalar. Was around way before Elidel.

[Gizmo's Mom]

Originally Posted by Gizmo's Mom

My son who is 23 now was born with it. Doctor said it was manifested by his allergies. His little face would bleed and be stuck to his blanket in the mornings. The creases in his arms and behind his knees. With bad flare ups he was prescribed Prednizone and always the old stand by Synalar Creme..that stuff is magic. Might not be a bad idea to be allergy tested. tell your friend good luck and ask about the Synalar. Was around way before Elidel.

p.s. My son slowly outgrew it just like the doctor said he would but it took years.