An Australian study published last month seems to suggest that steroid creams can be used ‘normally’ on children suffering from eczema without resulting in a thinning of the skin. 70 children were provided with enough steroid cream to allow a regular use that kept their conditions under contr

If you are a sufferer of eczema, like me, you will do you hardest to ensure that your flare ups are kept to a minimum so you have to determine what your triggers are so that you reduce the amount of attacks that you have. What are the reasons for eczema flare ups: You may be stressed at work

As all sufferers know there is no cure for the condition that is eczema. However, there are treatments that help or try to control symptoms such as itching and inflammation. A particularly effective medicine are Corticosteroids which can really help with controlling or suppressing symptoms in most

Acupuncture is a complimentary medicine designed to help relieve the symptoms of illnesses but targeting specific areas of the body with small needles. It is a Traditional Chinese Medicine that aims to help restore the natural balances in the body. Therefore the treatment of eczema with acupuncture

The effects of winter on eczema can be just as bad as the sun. With winter fast approaching follow these guidelines to help relieve the symptoms. • Apply moisturisers daily and throughout the day in the winter months. • Make sure your moisturiser has an high oil content. • Pay special atte

Having a severe case of eczema can impact a lot on your life. Here are just a couple of ways of helping combat the pain of eczema. • Make sure your clothes are 100% cotton or at least made from soft fabrics • Try to avoid rough or scratchy fibres and fabrics as these can act as irritants. •

For sufferers of eczema, prolonged exposure to sunlight can be either a blessing or a curse, depending on the individual. For some it will help to relieve symptoms while for others the heat will cause flare ups. As a general set of guidelines however, the following tips are advisable to all eczema s

For most people, the family home represents a place you go to for safety and security. However, for those that suffer with eczema and other allergy-related conditions, the home can be a hazardous place with multiple sources of eczema flare-ups. There are many factors involved in management of you