Eczema and Asthma Link

Eczema or atopic dermatitis is a common skin disorder seen mostly in children. It is characterized by a red, scaly, itchy rash that can occur on the face, neck, arms, legs, and sometimes the trunk.

We have known for some time now that eczema, also called atopic dermatitis, is also associated with asthma and allergic rhinitis (hay . . . → Read More: Eczema and Asthma Link

Bacteria Laden Cream Helps Eczema

Can putting bacteria on your skin actually cure disease? Perhaps. Continue reading Bacteria Laden Cream Helps Eczema

Eating Fish Might Cut Risk of Eczema for Babies

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How Many Friends Do You Have? I’ve Got a Few Trillion.

The next time you feel lonely, remember this: you always have a few friends with you. No, not your Tweeple, your bacteria.

You have lots of them with you at all times; so many in fact, you’re like a walking planet. There are far more microbes living in and on you then there are people . . . → Read More: How Many Friends Do You Have? I’ve Got a Few Trillion.

Clothes to Soothe Itchy Skin

Just the mention of a wool sweater makes me itchy. For many people with chronic itchy skin conditions such as eczema, irritating fabrics like wool and polyester can trigger itching over their whole body. Now some (entrepreneurial) dermatologists have developed clothes designed to protect the skin.

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