Eczema - coping tips
Most people with eczema find that common aspects of daily living - such as weather, household chemicals and stress - worsen their symptoms. There is a range of things you can do to help manage your skin condition. Eczema is an inflammatory skin ... [... more]
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Asthma: what is asthma?
There are two main factors that cause airways to become narrow: The causes of asthma are not really understood, but there is often a family history of asthma, eczema or hayfever. Asthma can begin at any age and change over time. Unborn babies ... [... more]
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What does eczema look like?
Eczema (also called atopic dermatitis) is a skin rash which is common in babies and young children, but which tends to get better as they get older. The skin is very itchy and it can be quite distressing to the child. It can usually be controlled ... [... more]
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Eczema explained
Eczema is a non-contagious skin condition, controlled by treatment, that usually appears in early childhood and disappears around six years of age. In some cases, eczema may continue into adulthood. The skin becomes dry, cracked and itchy, and ... [... more]
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Eczema treatments
Eczema is a type of inflammatory skin condition with no known cause. Treatment options include moisturisers, oral antihistamines, corticosteroids, dietary adjustments, evening primrose oil, coal tar, ultraviolet radiation therapy (phototherapy) ... [... more]
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Nail problems
Common causes of nail problems include trauma, infection and various skin diseases such as eczema and psoriasis. Some conditions need professional treatment, while others respond to simple self-help techniques and minor lifestyle changes. Nail ... [... more]
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