Causes Of Eczema You Can Control Start Today
 * What is eczema?
Dermatitis is inflammation of the skin, and eczema is a specific form of this condition.
* What causes eczema?
There is currently no known cause for eczema. There are, however, a number of reasons for it to flair up. Each person has their own set of triggers. Some of these triggers can include; weather changes, exposure to chemical irritants, allergies, stress, and infections of any kind.
* What does eczema look like on Babies and Children?
Eczema causes redness, flaking or blistering of the skin. The most common condition among children is called infantile eczema. In most cases, the skin is dry, red and scaly, and a rash appears in small areas, particularly on the cheeks.
 * How can you control eczema on Infants and Children?
Treatment for baby eczema in milder forms of infantile eczema require applications of a thick moisturizing cream. If the condition worsens, take your child to a physician in which case an antihistamine may be prescribed.
Treatment of eczema for children 2 and over showing mild to moderate symptoms of eczema your pediatrician might prescribe Elidel. This is a topical cream that you simply apply to the effected areas. I have used Elidel on all 3 of my children and find it to be extremely effective.
* What does eczema look like on Adults?
In adults, there several types of eczema, including: irritant dermatitis; dyshidrosis, and nummular eczema. The irritant dermatitis is most notably common in older adults in which their skin tends to be dry, especially on the legs. This can lead to mild redness, flaking and irritation. If you constantly use dishwashing liquids, detergents or other household cleaners, these can damage the skin on your hands. Dyshidrosis occurs when itchy blisters show up on the palms of the hands and the soles of the feet. Some of the blisters burst and ooze and the surrounding areas may become inflamed and tender. The third type of eczema is nummular which is accompanied by disks of red, flaking, itchy skin on the body; most commonly on the arms and legs. While it may last for several months, it usually clears up on its own.
* How can you control eczema on Adults?
You can control the onset of these conditions by using rubber gloves over white cotton gloves for short periods of time when you are in contact with irritants such as dishwater. Dry your hands thoroughly and apply an unscented hand cream as often as possible. If you avoid whatever is causing contact dermatitis, the condition should disappear within a few weeks. If the condition is beyond your control, seek medical assistance.
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