Eczema in adults – Atopic dermatitis in adults

Eczema (Atopic Dermatitis)

What is atopic dermatitis in adults – description?

Eczema, also known as Atopic Dermatitis, is a chronic inflammation of the outer skin layer.

Eczema causes

The exact cause of eczema is unknown. Factors, that can lead to eczema on skin include:

• Genetic predisposition;
• Wednesday habitats;
• Allergy.

Risk factors for eczema

Eczema is most common among people of African or Asian descent.

Factors, that increase the risk of eczema in adults include:

• Asthma or hay fever;
• Accommodation in urban areas or areas with low humidity;
• A family history of eczema or allergic diseases;
• Exposure to certain tissues, perfumes in soaps, dust mites (common cause of eczema) or food;
• Stress, especially if this causes scratches;
• Use rubber gloves persons, sensitive to LaTeX;
• Scratching or rubbing of skin;
• Receiving immunosuppressant.

Eczema symptoms

Symptoms of eczema vary for different people. Scratching and rubbing can cause or aggravate eczema spread some of her symptoms. Symptoms of eczema include:

• Dry, itching;
• Crack behind the ears or other skin folds;
• Red rash on the cheeks, hands and feet;
• Ruddy, cheshuychataya skin;
• Thickening of the skin;
• Small, raised bumps on the skin;
• Brown, exudate (exudation) or cracking of the skin;
• Symptoms of eczema get worse in winter, When indoor air is dry due to heating.

Eczema diagnosis

The doctor will ask about your symptoms and medical history, and performs a physical exam. Diagnosis is based on the appearance and location of the rash. The patient may be referred for further investigation to other professionals – the dermatologist or allergist. A dermatologist specializes in skin diseases, allergist – on allergies.

Eczema treatment – Atopic Dermatitis treatment

The main goals of eczema treatment are:

• Skin treatment and keeping it healthy;
• Termination of scratching a developer's or rubbing of the skin;
• Avoid skin infections;
• Prevention of eczema outbreaks;
• Identifying and avoiding triggers, causing the appearance of a rash.

Eczema treatment options may vary. A doctor may recommend one or more methods, depending on the condition of the patient. Eczema treatment methods include:

Skin care for eczema

The correct skin care will accelerate its healing. For a speedy recovery:

• Avoid very hot water and long receptions baths or showers. Try to take a shower and bathtub for less than 15 minutes;
• Use soft, unscented soap, or nemyl′nye cleaners;
• After bathing or water must be obsušit′sâ and skin moisturizer;
• It is necessary to treat skin infections immediately after their discovery.

Cures for eczema

In some cases, to treat eczema should take medications, which may include:

• Creams and ointments, containing cortisone, tacrolimus, or pimecrolimus;
• Antihistamines, to prevent itching skin;
• Antibiotics – applied directly to the skin or taken orally. Used to treat infections;
• Other medications, such as prednisone or ciclosporin, in severe cases.

Phototherapy in the treatment of eczema

If skin care and medication is ineffective in the treatment of eczema, the doctor may prescribe therapy. It may include:

• Лечение ультрафиолетом А и прием 5-метоксипсоралена (PUVA);
• Photopheresis – in severe cases of eczema.

Профилактика экземы у взрослых

Экзему у взрослых трудно предотвратить, especially in the case of family histories.