Atopic dermatitis: 8 tips for living with this chronic disease

According to the Spanish Society of Clinical Immunology, Allergology and Pediatric Asthma (SEICAP) 50% of cases of this skin disease are diagnosed during the first year of life Thus, at the World Day of Atopic Dermatitis the institution advocates mainly prevention through the use of emollient creams in babies with a genetic predisposition to moisturize and protect their skin. the skin barrier of possible allergens.

And that is the genetic load is one of the main factors involved in the onset of the disease because it is estimated that the chances that a child develops are between 40 and 80% according to only one parent is reached or both at a time . Although environmental factors, immunological alterations or dysfunction of the epidermal barrier also generally explain their appearance.

The main problem with the disease is that must learn to live with it, with its various degrees and annoying symptoms, among which stand out dry skin, irritation, itching and tingling that can be extended to different parts of the body (folds of arms and legs, face, hands and feet) and become particularly boring, to the point of diminishing the quality of life of the patient .

And that is there are eczemas easily treated by topical products that improve atopy, but severe atopic they can change their lives because they become visible and the itch becomes unbearable in case of epidemic which even requires the use of corticiode in addition to cream emollients.

8 tips for dealing with atopic dermatitis

1. As far as possible, avoid stressful situations because stress releases inflammatory substances that potentiate dermatitis and worsen the situation

2. Usual use of emollient creams that keep the skin hydrated at all times.

3. It is recommended to use cotton or linen clothing suitable tissues to treat atopic dermatitis,

4. It is also recommended to use non-detergent soaps to clean the skin, at acidic or neutral pH.

5. Keeping the house clean of dust and avoiding an excessively dry environment is also a good idea.

6. The extreme temperatures generally affect the worsening of the situation.

7. Avoid showers or prolonged baths (no more than 5 minutes with lukewarm water) and dry the skin gently, gently and without rubbing .

. It is advisable to consult a dermatologist or a diet specialist because certain foods could aggravate the situation.