What to do if you have eczema in summer

Eczema is a relatively common skin problem. The incidence of eczema is particularly high in humid and hot areas and in the summer when the temperature is high. Once eczema breaks out, it will cause great pain to people. If it is not treated in time, the affected area will increase, affecting people's physical and mental health to a greater extent. So, how to treat and prevent eczema? Below, we will introduce you to the relevant knowledge about eczema in detail.

1. Causes

The causes of eczema are complex and are often the result of the interaction of internal and external factors. Internal factors such as chronic digestive system diseases, mental stress, insomnia, excessive fatigue, mood changes, endocrine disorders, infections, metabolic disorders, etc., and external factors such as living environment, climate change, food, etc. can all affect the occurrence of eczema. External stimuli such as sunlight, cold, dryness, heat, hot water washing, various animal furs, plants, cosmetics, soaps, artificial fibers, etc. can all induce it. It is a delayed allergic reaction caused by complex internal and external factors.

II. Treatment

The causes of eczema are complex, and it is easy to recur even after improvement through treatment, making it difficult to cure. Because the clinical morphology and location are unique, the medication varies from person to person.

1. General prevention and control principles

Look for possible triggers, such as work environment, living habits, diet, hobbies, thoughts and emotions, as well as the presence or absence of chronic lesions and internal organ diseases.

2. Internal therapy

Choose antihistamines to relieve itching, and use two together or alternately if necessary. Generalized eczema can be treated with oral or injected corticosteroids, but they should not be used for a long time.

3. Topical therapy

Choose appropriate dosage form and medicine according to the condition of skin lesions. For acute eczema, local washing and wet compresses with normal saline, 3% boric acid or 1:2000-1:10000 potassium permanganate solution, and calamine lotion for astringency and protection. Subacute and chronic eczema should be treated with appropriate glucocorticoid creams, tar preparations or immunomodulators, such as tacrolimus ointment and pimecrolimus ointment. Add antibiotic preparations for secondary infection.

3. Prevention

1. Avoid possible triggering factors.

2. Avoid all kinds of external stimulation, such as hot water washing, excessive scratching, washing and contact with potentially sensitive substances such as fur preparations. Avoid contact with products containing chemical ingredients, such as soap, laundry detergent, and dishwashing liquid.

3. Avoid foods that may cause allergies and irritation, such as chili peppers, strong tea, coffee, and alcohol.

4. Use the medicine under the guidance of a professional physician and avoid using it indiscriminately.