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Eczema Triggers & Types

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After my last blog regarding my client who suffers with eczema and ended up with a bad burn on her face, I thought in this blog I would take the opportunity to take a deeper dive into the causes, triggers and types of eczema.

Eczema is a chronic inflammatory skin condition that causes dry, itchy, and inflamed skin. Here's an overview of the causes, triggers, and types of eczema:

Causes: The exact cause of eczema is not fully understood, but it is believed to be a combination of genetic and environmental factors that contribute to an overactive immune response, leading to skin inflammation.


Triggers: Several factors can trigger or worsen eczema flare-ups, including:

  1. Environmental triggers: Dry air, cold temperatures, harsh soaps, and irritants like wool, synthetic fabrics, or chemicals.

  2. Allergens: Certain foods, dust mites, pet dander, pollen, and mold.

  3. Stress: Emotional stress can exacerbate eczema symptoms.

  4. Hormones: Fluctuations in hormone levels can trigger flare-ups.

  5. Skin infections: Bacterial, viral, or fungal infections can worsen eczema.


Types of Eczema:

  1. Atopic dermatitis: The most common type, often starting in childhood and involving dry, itchy, and inflamed skin.

  2. Contact dermatitis: Caused by exposure to irritants or allergens, leading to red, itchy rashes.

  3. Dyshidrotic eczema: Characterized by small, fluid-filled blisters on the hands and feet.

  4. Nummular eczema: Coin-shaped, crusted, and scaly patches on the skin.

  5. Seborrheic dermatitis: Causes red, scaly patches on the scalp, face, and other oily areas of the skin.

  6. Stasis dermatitis: Occurs due to poor circulation, causing swollen, itchy, and discolored skin, usually on the lower legs.


Managing eczema often involves identifying and avoiding triggers, using moisturizers and over-the-counter or prescription medications to control inflammation and itching, and maintaining a proper skincare routine. In some cases, phototherapy or immunosuppressant drugs may be recommended for severe cases.

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