Atopic dermatitis: 8 tips for living with this chronic disease

according to Spanish Society of Clinical Immunology, Allergology and Pediatric Asthma (SEICAP), the 50% of cases of this skin condition are diagnosed during the first year of life then, in the World Day of Atopic Dermatitis, the institution defends mainly Prevention through the use of emollient creams in babies with genetic predisposition moisturize your skin and protect the skin barrier from possible allergens.

And is it the genetic burden is one of the main factors in the onset of the disease, as it is estimated that the chances of a child being affected are between 40 and 80%, depending on whether only one of the children suffers . parents or both. Although the environmental factors, immunological alterations or dysfunction of the epidermal barrier they also explain their appearance.

The main problem of the disease is that you have to learn to live with, with its different degrees and with its annoying symptoms, among which are the dry skin, the irritations, the itchings and the tingling., which can be extended different parts of the body (folds of the arms and legs, face, hands and feet) and become particularly troublesome, to the point of diminishing the quality of life of those who suffer.

And is it There are eczemas easily treated with topical products that improve atopy, but severe atopies can change their lives as they become visible and the itching becomes unbearable in the event of an epidemic., which even requires the use of cortex, in addition to emollient creams.

8 tips for living with atopic dermatitis

1. As far as possible, avoid stressful situations since stress releases inflammatory substances that cause aggravation of dermatitis and worsen the situation.

2. Usual use of emollient creams which keeps the skin moisturized at all times.

3. The use of cotton or linen clothing, tissues suitable for treating atopic dermatitis.

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

5. Maintain House clean of dust and avoid an excessively dry environment It's also a good idea.

6. The extreme temperatures usually affects the worsening of the condition.

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

8 Consult the dermatologist or a food specialist is advised since some foods can make the situation worse.