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Eczema & Dermatitis

What is eczema?

The term eczema is used to describe two forms of the skin conditions: the most simplistic being any form of rash-like skin condition and the other being atopic dermatitis, a chronic condition that usually begins in infancy. Eczema is an incredibly common condition. While it is only a mild irritation for many sufferers, it can have a serious impact on patients’ lives if severe or widespread.

Whether your eczema is acute, chronic, inflamed, or itchy; Linia Skin Clinic can provide you with the treatment you require to help ease your discomfort.

Some individuals outgrow the condition as they reach maturity, though many continue to suffer from eczema throughout their adult lives.

Fed up with suffering from eczema? Complete our Consultation Request Form today and one of our expert team will be happy to sit down and discuss a beneficial treatment plan to suit your individual needs.

What are the symptoms of eczema?

The most common manifestation of eczema is the appearance of dry and scaly patches appearing on the skin.

These areas are often intensely itchy, during childhood the most common areas affected are the scalp, cheeks, elbows, and knees. During adulthood, if symptoms continue, these rashes are most commonly found in the creases between the limbs such as the elbows, behind the knees and between the buttocks and thigh.

Treatment for eczema.

Despite there being no cure for eczema, treatment for the condition aims to reduce the irritation of the rash and heal the affected skin, helping to prevent further eczema flare ups.
Here at Linia Skin Clinic, we use a number of treatment methods to help during times of flare up, reducing your itch and providing fast relief. As every case is individual, we would always recommend a consultation with our expert Dermatologist to help identify the most suitable treatment plan for you.

Our treatments include:

Topical Corticosteroid Cream and Ointments: These work by providing an anti-inflammatory response, relieving skin inflammation and itchiness.
Barrier Repair Moisturisers: Helps reduce water loss from the skin and aids in its recovery.
Antihistamines: Reduces histamine levels to relieve the itching sensation.
Phototherapy: Used to treat mild to moderate eczema cases and involves exposure of the affected areas, to ultraviolet A or B waves.

What is the most effective treatment for eczema?

As there is currently no known cure for eczema, it would be unfair to say one treatment is better than another. There are various triggers for this condition, so it’s about finding the right treatment for you.

All the treatments listed above are effective in one degree or another. Your best option is to book for a consultation to receive your personalised treatment plan based on your condition, its severity and your required needs.

Why choose Linia Skin for your eczema treatment?

It’s crucial to have the right treatment plan for a condition like eczema. Many patients suffer needlessly for years due to having ineffective treatment. As it is often chronic, eczema requires careful monitoring and ongoing care.

Our goal at Linia Skin is to provide expert, personalised treatments for all of our patients. Here are just a few reasons that make Linia Skin the right choice for eczema sufferers:

We are a boutique, high end Dermatology clinic located on Harley Street – the pinnacle of medical care
Our Consultant Dermatologist Dr Simon Zokaie has over 15 years’ experience in treating skin conditions, including eczema and Dermatitis.
We have a strong focus on duty of care to each and every patient, prioritising patient safety.
We actively listen to patient concerns and customise our services to create individualised and bespoke treatment plans, which is inclusive of a homecare regime.
We are a CQC registered clinic where well-led and safe practice is of paramount important to us.

Questions & Answers

Some common questions we get asked about eczema

What is the main cause of eczema?

The specific cause of eczema remains unknown, though many medical professionals and studies suggest it can be tied to a combination of hereditary, immune system and environmental factors. Such environmental factors include:

IRRITANTS – such as soaps, washing detergents and certain foods.
ALLERGENS – contact allergens, food allergies, pollen, pets, and dust mites.
ADVERSE TEMPERATURES – high and low humidity, or hot weather.
HORMONES – women can unfortunately experience more severe eczema symptoms during times of hormone fluctuation, such as in pregnancy and at certain points in their menstrual cycle.

As such, there may be a variety of eczema causes for different people and this can sometimes come down to a process of elimination.

What are the different types of eczema?

While there are some common symptoms for the various types of eczema, there are some differences too.
The common symptoms eczema sufferers complain of, are:

Dryness of the skin
Red and irritated skin
Scaly and flakey skin
Itchy skin and skin irritation

Beyond these, there are seven different types of eczema with varying symptoms. These include:

Atopic Dermatitis – The most common type of eczema which tends to manifest in children. It can disappear, or at the very least become milder as you become an adult. Up to 80% of people with Atopic Dermatitis also experience hay fever and asthma too.

Dyshidrotic Eczema – This form is more common in women and presents itself as blisters on your hands and/or feet. These blisters can be painful, itchy, and flaky.

Contact Dermatitis – As the name suggests, this condition is usually caused by contact with things you may be allergic to. The reaction can be internal or external. An internal example might be people whose immune systems give bad reactions to certain materials. An external example could be chemical cleaning products that irritate your skin, or latex products.

Eczema on Hands – Another common form of eczema, only affecting the hands. If not genetic, this forms mostly affects people who work with chemicals or encounter irritants such as, hairdressers or domestic cleaners.

Stasis Dermatitis – This type of eczema presents itself more in the form of aching legs and varicose veins, rather than itching and dry skin. Stasis Dermatitis occurs due to vein valves becoming damaged and blood/fluid leaks which causes swollen, rope-like veins. The skin around these areas may become itchy and can suffer dryness too.

Neurodermatitis – Very similar to the common Atopic Dermatitis, causing flaking and scaly patching on your skin. These can happen all over the body but usually the extremities like hands, feet and even genitals. Legs and arms may also suffer. These patches of skin can be irritating and painful, especially when itched to the point that they bleed.

Nummular Eczema – This type of eczema looks different from the other forms. Nummular is taken from the Latin word, “coin”. This is because the condition presents as round, coin-like patches of very itchy, dry skin. Often, this type of eczema is caused by a reaction to something – such as an allergy to chemicals, certain materials, or bites from insects.

Is eczema chronic or acute?

It depends on the type of eczema but Atopic Dermatitis, the most common, tends to be chronic (lasts a long time). 80% of people who have Atopic Dermatitis also have hay fever or asthma. Though for some sufferers, eczema flare ups happen only occasionally and disappear for a period. Some people go years without experiencing another episode. As no cure has been discovered for people with eczema, it falls into the chronic category.

Can you develop eczema?

Yes, adults can develop eczema even if they never experienced a flare-up as a young child.

Is eczema Itchy?

Yes, the most common forms of eczema can be very itchy. Although unbearable itching can occur, scratching the areas will only make the rash on the skin worse and even cause skin infections as a result.
Some options eczema sufferers use to soothe irritation and prevent a skin infection are:

Aloe vera
Heavily diluted bleach bath (1 teaspoon per 5 litres of water)
Coconut oil
Gentler soaps and detergents (fragrance free, exfoliant free etc)
Cold compresses

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