Atopic Dermatitis

I would avoid dairy first, then wheat. It's probably an allergy to one or both. Also, peanutbutter is a culprit of many allergies. Good luck!

Hi K.,

I am sorry to hear that your daughter is suffering so much from this eczema. I actually gave another mom advice on another post re: eczema. I have it and I went to several dermatologists and they just gave me ointment on top of ointment which really was a bandaid to the problem. I have done extensive research on this and I would suggest that you have your daughter abstain from any dairy products (including eggs) for one to two months and any wheat/gluten products. It is a known fact that eczema is triggered by dairy and sometimes wheat can be a culprit too. I would also suggest that you get her some cream from homeopathic store (Whole Foods) called Calendula and Dr. Bach's Rescue Remedy. Mix the two together and have her apply it to the affected area every day several times a day. This will help relieve some of the scaliness that you have with this condition and lastly, have her find a way to not think about it (I know it's tough for even me to not get distracted and discouraged by it) but stress does cause flare ups. Also keep her body away from any harsh soaps and have her bathe with a moiturizer soap and also I would suggest changing even your detergent and have her wear cotton clothes that don't cling to her body (No wool or synthetic tights etc.. that can rub on her skin.) It's a pain but I truly believe that if you gradually do all of these changes you will see results. I have started to see some major results on my hands. ( a month or two ago,my hands were unrecognizable and my thumb nail was damaged from the eczema but now I am seeing major results and my hands are healing nicely.

I wish you and your daughter well and I would suggest immediately limiting her dairy and gluten or completely taking out of her diet first.

Try switching soaps..avoud anything that has a chenical or fragrance to it. THere is a product called ABC baby made by Arbonne International. It is a baby line, but it is good for all ages that suffer from eczema. It is the only product I use on my kids. My sister-in0law uses iton her son who had eczema from head to toe. All of the Arbonne Baby Care products are certified vegan, and do not contain any synthetic fragrances. Natural oils made of orange, lemon, and cedarwood make up a non-irritating unique scent. Let me know if you want to try a sample.

Oh, I feel for both you and your daughter! My daughter has been battling eczema for 4 years now, and we've tried practically every kind of cream out there (seriously, if it claims to help eczema, I'll try it), nothing works except for the prescription strength steroids, which isn't a long-term solution. We're seeing both an allergist and a dermatologist. She's been tested for allergies and stays away from the foods she's tested positive for. We use Cetaphil soaps and creams, humidifiers all over the house especially in winter, and dye and fragrance free laundry detergent. The best non-steroid anti-itch so far we've found is Sarna Sensitive skin, available at CVS. If I put it on and keep her from scratching for a few minutes, it provides some immediate relief for those flare-ups that keep her from sleeping at night. But it's an ongoing battle, and I wish you luck at finding something that works for your daughter!

My son has eczema and psorasis, which is under control right now, but he still flairs up when we visit other's houses. Both skin conditions are a reaction from two sources, it could be something that she is eating, but does not show up in an allergy test, or the home products and bath products that you use. Many of the bath products on your grocery store shelves have fillers and preservatives in them that are toxic, and can cause severe reactions. I would like the opportunity to help you by introducting you to a line of products from a 22 year old wellness company that sells products that are safe for your home... no pressure, you can decide for yourself if this is for you, but I can tell you that they have already enhanced my life. My website helps women start their own business, but I can also refer you as a customer, if you are not interested in starting your own business. See my website for more info, www.redefinework.com, and fill out the words "eczema" in the comment line. I can arrange for the presentation on line.

K.:
Trust me when I say I feel your and your daughters pain. My seven year old went through the same thing. She suffered for years until a friend suggested that she get allergy tested. We took her to a wonderful allergist who not only diagnosed her with allergies but helped get her eczema under control. It turns out that allergy flare ups can cause horrible eczema. She put us on a wonderful medication and combined with avoiding the things she was allergic to her eczema is almost a thing of the past. Let me know if you need the doctors name.
I'm sure you tried all of these but some things that helped allergy free soap in the wash, using a baby soap to wash with (much gentler on the skin) also we have an amazing moisturizer by Melaleuca called Renew. In fact most of there products are great for eczema.
Hope this helps.
L.

What kind of cream are you using?? I know someone that their child had the same thing, but hers cleared up, I am going to find out what they use, and let you know. I am having hair loss too, so if you find a solution. please share.

Hi K.,
I have a lotion that really helps with eczema. Email me and I will get you some. ____@____.com
~H.

one part chlorine and two part water. Put an ounce of chlorine and feel up the bath with water and have her stay in it for few minutes. After have her rinse off and apply the topical eczema cream to her skin. That should help. A friend of mine had a problem alike and she did this and it work. However I forgot exactly how many times she did it. i can ask and get back to you.

I am sorry your daughter suffers so much. I would definitely go to another doctor. Good luck.

Hi K.,

I'm so sorry that your daughter is having such a rough time, I'm sure it's hard for both of you.

A few things that I've heard work for eczema, are some herbals mixtures: you can mix Slippery Elm & Marshmallow Root together, soak the mix in water for 20 minutes & then apply to the area. Another good thing to do is eat pumpkin seeds, believe it or not, it has a good source of Vit. E which helps w/skin problems. One other mix you can apply externally is: Burdock, Yellow Dock & Red Clover, you can simmer these herbs in water for 20-30 minutes with a lid on, strain and cool, and apply the decoction to the area.

I hope this helps. Feel free to e-mail me w/any questions. My e-mail is: ____@____.com

R.

Hi K.

My daughter was born with Eczema and had it terrible as a baby. She's now 8 and has many fewer rash breakouts but itches all over often and she can't wear certain types of fabric or any metal jewlery of any kind. I found Aquafor to work great on the rashes you can get it almost any CVS or the like and of course her doctor perscribes cortizone cream for the very bad breakouts. I also find benadryl helps the itching and rash break outs. I also use perfume free & dye free products and she can't use play make up etc.

I hope things improve for your daughter. Hopefully the right combinations will work for you too.