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The Best Natural Scalp Eczema Treatment Options

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By Laura Dolgy (see bio below)

Are you experiencing a dry, itchy or oozing scalp and not sure why or what it is? It may be scalp eczema, which can be both irritating and embarrassing, but there are a variety of treatments that can be used to diminish the appearance of eczema on scalp, as well as heal it.

This week we’re looking at the best natural scalp eczema treatment options, as well as a few other general recommendations to heal your eczema immediately!

Please keep in mind that although these treatments can relieve eczema, we are in no way medical professionals. If you’re experiencing severe eczema symptoms like an infection, it is best to seek medical advice immediately.

What are the types of eczema on scalp?

Greasy Scalp

One form of scalp eczema, is a greasy, waxy scalp that doesn’t seem to vanish simply by washing out hair. The waxy, non-scaly residue can first appear in a small patch and then develop around the entire head, causing severely greasy hair and a greasy scalp.

Although this type of eczema is similar to seborrheic dermatitis, redness and scales are not present.

To learn more about this type of scalp eczema, check out our founder’s blog post on her own greasy scalp eczema: Waxy, Greasy Hair After Shower: A Surprising Form of Dermatitis.

Seborrheic Dermatitis

The most common form of scalp eczema is seborrheic dermatitis. This form of eczema on scalp, generally seen in adults, is caused by a fungus. Eventually, this fungus grows and spreads, which in turn causes an oily, flaky scalp that can be uncomfortable or painful.

Although not proven, this condition might be linked to an abnormality of oil glands or hair follicles. It might also be caused by the production of hormones, fatigue, heavy drinking, stress and more.

To learn more about seborrheic dermatitis and how to manage it, make sure to check out our blog post: 4 Ways to Relieve Seborrheic Dermatitis.

Cradle Cap

Another form of scalp eczema, which is seen in newborns and infants is cradle cap. Cradle cap is actually a form of seborrheic dermatitis, yet it usually disappears after three months, while seborrheic dermatitis can be long term and often in adults.

Cradle cap in babies usually appears as a yellowish, patchy, greasy and often crusty skin rash. Although it can be unsightly, cradle cap is usually not uncomfortable or painful (unlike seborrheic dermatitis in adults).

If your little one is suffering from cradle cap, make sure to take a look at our blog post: The Most Natural Cradle Cap Treatments (and Seborrheic Dermatitis).

How do you treat scalp eczema?

Although there is no found cure for scalp eczema, there are a variety of natural scalp eczema treatments that can be used on both little ones and adults. Take a look at our recommendations below and start healing naturally today!

Scalp Oil

To keep scalp skin hydrated and moisturized, opting for a scalp oil is a great choice! If your scalp is already greasy, we recommend skipping scalp oils and instead looking for one that treats greasy flakes and scales. Hint, check below for some ideas.

If your scalp tends to be dry, make sure to check out this SD Freedom Scalp Oil – For Dry Skin. Not only is this oil nourishing and moisturizing, but it includes Chinese herbs that are designed to heal dry scalps. This product can be used on both adults and little ones suffering from cradle cap, as its completely natural and GMO free. Also – bonus: it can be used on pets!

Scalp Tincture

If you or your little one is experiencing a greasy scalp, then make sure to check out this SD Freedom Scalp Tincture – For Greasy Skin. This tincture is specifically designed for those with greasier flakes and scales on the scalp that might crust, blister, or ooze with yellow and golden coloring. This scalp treatment also contains apple cider vinegar, which is a common home remedy in scalp eczema treatment.

Similarly to the oil, this product is natural, GMO free and safe to use on adults, infants and pets!

Natural Shampoo

Is your shampoo making your scalp eczema even worse?

Many shampoos on the market today contain ingredients that can be harsh on scalp eczema and can actually make things worse. By switching to a natural shampoo, like this Emily Skin Soothers Body Wash, the chance for irritation is greatly diminished and the eczema can actually heal.

We know what you’re thinking – body wash?! This liquid soap actually doubles as a shampoo which can work on seborrheic dermatitis and other forms of scalp eczema. Not only is it moisturizing, but it is extremely gentle and will not strip skin like many other shampoos.

Another wonderful shampoo (which is specifically made for seborrheic dermatitis) is this Wild Naturals Eczema Psoriasis Shampoo and Conditioner. It is both natural and contains Manuka honey which is anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory.

Natural Moisturizer

After shampooing your hair and scalp, you’ll want to make sure the area is well moisturized. The above mentioned scalp eczema tincture and oil work well, but if you’re looking to spot treat, make sure to check out this Organic Manuka Skin Soothing Cream. Not only is this cream nourishing and moisturizing, but it also contains Manuka oil and honey which are both anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory. 

Cradle Cap Hat

Lastly, if your little one is suffering from severe cradle cap and can’t stop itching their scalp, make sure to check out this GoumiHat for infants 3-6 months old. Not only will this protect your little one’s scalp, but you can also use it for both dry and wet wrap therapy.

More advice on treating scalp eczema

Seborrheic dermatitis and other forms of scalp eczema can be difficult to treat, but if you are not improving with the suggested products above, then maybe it’s time to start healing from within.

Many eczema sufferers have found relief by removing certain foods that trigger their eczema. This can be done with a process known as an elimination diet. An elimination diet is essentially removing certain foods from your diet for a specific time period and then reintroducing them slowly to determine which foods are causing a reaction. To learn more about its success and how to get started, make sure to check out our blog post: Our Eczema Elimination Diet Success (How You Can Do it Too!).

Do you suffer from eczema on your scalp? Let us know how you treat it in the comment section below!

Bio: Laura is a contributor and content developer for It’s An Itchy Little World. She is in no way a medical professional. Her comments, suggestions, and reflections are not intended to replace any medical advice. Always seek the help of a medical professional before undertaking any diet or lifestyle changes. Please see It’s An Itchy Little World’s disclaimer for information about affiliate links and more.

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Back in business: treatment options for lower and chronic back pain

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While back pain can be debilitating and distressing, there are a number of treatment options available. As the largest private hospital group in the UK, BMI Healthcare are used to providing a range of options and treatments for back pain, read there article below and find out what you can do.

Intro

Each year, 1 in 3 people develop back pain(1).  In most instances, people experience moderate pain in the lower back which can be managed with over-the-counter painkillers. Lower back pain is extremely common, affecting about 4 in 5 people at some point in their life, usually between the ages of 30 and 60. It can last days, weeks or even months. When pain continues for over three months, it becomes known as chronic back pain.

Back pain – especially chronic back pain – can affect people’s mood, sleep, work and quality of life. While it’s often difficult to identify the exact cause of back pain, it’s usually related to strained muscles, tendons or ligaments, or other structural damage.

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Surgical and non-surgical treatment

The use of surgery to treat back pain is quite rare; there are a number of non-surgical treatment options available, and spinal surgery will usually only be offered as a last resort if these treatments prove ineffective.

Indeed, unless you have a condition that specifically requires surgical intervention, doctors are likely to recommend painkillers, psychological therapies, exercise and physiotherapy, acupuncture or pain management before they opt for surgery. The most common conditions corrected by spinal surgery include prolapsed discs, which cause nerve symptoms in the neck and back, along with chronic neck and back pain.

Types of spinal surgery

However, if surgery is required, there are several types of intervention to consider. Some interventions are intended to relieve back pain caused by wear and tear, while others target limb pain – for example, sciatica in the leg caused by nerve pressure in the spine.

Your GP will help to determine whether or not you require back surgery. If a disc in your back has become damaged and is putting pressure on the surrounding nerves – sometimes referred to as ‘a slipped disc’ – you could be offered a discectomy. This procedure involves removing the whole or part of one of the discs between your vertebrae.

For a condition known as spinal stenosis, which causes the space inside your spine to narrow, you may undergo a laminectomy. This involves removing a small part of the bone called the lamina at the back of your vertebra.

Spinal fusion, meanwhile, is a procedure to join two or more vertebrae together using bone grafts, rods and screws in order to strengthen and stabilise the spine and prevent pain caused by movement. A spinal fusion may be recommended if you have a condition such as spondylolisthesis, whereby one of your vertebrae slips out of place, or if you suffer from severe degenerative disc disease.

Damage to vertebrae can also be repaired using a procedure known as vertebroplasty, which involves injecting a bone-cement into the vertebra. This procedure is often used to treat compression fractures caused by trauma or osteoporosis(2).

Be prepared

The back is a complex structure made up of bones, muscles, ligaments, tendons, joints and nerves. The spine supports the back and is made up of 24 separate vertebrae; it also encases the spinal cord, which carries nerves from the brain to the rest of the body.

Surgical intervention in such a crucial part of the body is no small undertaking and not a decision that should be taken lightly. If it’s recommended that spinal surgery is the best course of action available to you, you must make all necessary preparations in advance of your operation.

While most people can walk after back surgery, in the first days after an operation simple, everyday tasks such as lifting, driving, washing, cleaning or dressing may be painful and problematic. You may want to ask a friend or family member to help you during this time. You’ll certainly need someone to pick you up from the hospital.

If you smoke, you may be asked to stop before your operation, as smoking increases the risk of chest and wound infection, which hampers the recovery process. In the hours before the operation, you’ll most likely be asked not to eat or drink as most back surgery involves a general anaesthetic. In addition, during your time in hospital you’ll probably be asked to wear compression stockings to help prevent blood clots forming in your legs.

A personal choice

Ultimately, the final decision to proceed with spinal surgery lies with you and you alone. Your doctor and surgeon will discuss the options with you, but if you decide not to go through with surgery then they will respect your wishes.

Furthermore, pain is personal and subjective, and the way in which it is treated is down to the preferences of the individual involved. Back pain can become debilitating and severely impact your quality of life; some people opt for surgery, while others choose to manage their pain through physiotherapy and alternative therapies, such as acupuncture.

Whatever route you select, it’s vital to ensure your treatment pathways not only give you a chance to live a life free of pain and discomfort, but that they are appropriate for you and that you are happy with the choices you make.

To find out more and discuss your options with BMI Healthcare please get in touch and make an enquiry.

(1) http://www.bupa.co.uk/health-information/directory/b/back-pain

(2) http://www.bupa.co.uk/health-information/directory/b/back-surgery

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The Best Options in Eczema Treatment

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If you are experiencing dry, flaky patches on your skin that are itchy, you might have eczema. This skin condition is characterized by a number of different symptoms as well. While there are various treatment options available, there isn’t an actual cure for this condition to date. Various products might give you some relief from the symptoms but won’t actually eliminate the problem. In fact, there are several types of this disease, so if you can figure out what is causing the problem, you will get some insight into the correct approach to managing your condition.

In general, corticosteroids are the best solution for managing eczema. These prescription creams and ointments will calm your inflamed and itchy skin and minimize any other symptoms you might be experiencing. Physicians almost always begin with less powerful steroids after they have diagnosed the problem. If that isn’t helpful, then they will slowly increase the potency to find the most effective treatment. The reason for this is that corticosteroids can produce side effects that can cause your skin to become fragile and thin. This causes a sensitive skin problem which can be damaging in the long term.

Sometimes your doctor might prescribe allergy medications containing antihistamines which will help to reduce the itchiness and inflammation. However, this should only be a short term solution since prolonged use may have negative side effects. And not all types of eczema respond positively to antihistamines, so it’s important that you consult your physician before using this type of medication to treat the problem.

Some people also seek out natural treatment in the form of alternative therapies. Although this sounds like it would be safer, keep in mind that not all natural products are actually safe and they may produce some negative reactions.

As well, there are various home remedies for eczema, some of which are more effective than others. Use caution, because using the wrong product can make your problem even worse than when you started. Discuss any home treatments you are considering with your physician, and take it slow when you start to use them.

Prevention is an important part of managing your problem. Although treatment in the form of medication will ease your discomfort during an outbreak, preventative measures will be important to avoid future flare ups. A good idea is to use rich moisturizing creams and lotions to keep your skin hydrated. Dry skin is a common trigger for outbreaks.

Even though eczema is a fairly common skin condition, there isn’t actually a cure for it. There are, however, various treatment methods that will give you some relief. And there are lots of preventative measures you can take to avoid future outbreaks. Learn more at Eczema Treatment

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Eczema Natural Treatment – A Look at 3 Natural Eczema Treatment Options

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While there are traditional treatments for eczema, this normally consists of steroids and other medicines that can cause quite a few side effects and it is only temporary help. When you want permanent relief, then you want eczema natural treatment options.

The natural approach to treating eczema is looking at the entire body, the reason eczema exists at all is due to an imbalance within in the body. If you begin to look at eczema as a condition that is drying out your skin or taking moisture from your skin, you will begin to realize that in order to fix the problem, you need to add moisture back into the body.

For example, most people with eczema are zinc deficient and their skin is moisture-deprived. Both of these cause the body to be out of balance.

1. When your skin is dry, your body is dehydrated; therefore, people with eczema tend to be extremely dehydrated. While it is recommended to drink 8 glasses of 8 ounces of water each day, people with eczema may actually need more in order to keep their skin moist. You should drink at least two liters daily as an eczema natural treatment.

2. Watch your diet, because if you consume a lot of cow’s milk, eggs, citrus fruits, and wheat these can all trigger eczema flares. Therefore, avoiding these foods is also an eczema natural treatment.

3. Watching your stress level is vital in controlling your eczema. When you do not take the time to relax, get some exercise, and make sure you get enough sleep, you are adding to the problem. Many times your immune system can become run down and weakened due to stress, diet, and lack of sleep.

What works well for one eczema sufferer may not work as well for another, so it is vital that you try a variety of eczema natural treatment options in order to find the right balance. Of course, one treatment option that is useful to anyone suffering from eczema is to make sure you are well hydrated. A well-hydrated body means a better hydration in the skin. For a holistic approach towards eczema treatment, check out http://www.beateczemas.info

Treatment Options for Eczema of the Hand and Foot

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There are many kinds of eczema, and too few people who can tell how to cure them. Scientists are trying to get a better handle on the causes of eczema as hand and foot, but may still have years to go before they find the proven and healthy way to prevent the condition.

Meanwhile, your best bet is to follow the last advice that health experts offer on the problem.

To get relief from eczema of the hand and foot and other forms of the condition, it is important to make key changes in the way of life. They can not necessarily be an eczema cure, but can help prevent flares.

First, see your dermatologist regularly for treatment. Second, use the medication that he or she prescribes. May not be quite as reassuring as a cure for eczema, but these steps may be the difference between the custody of the condition at bay, or leave it ruin your life. If you want read more our site herbalcureindia.com

What you can do to help yourself first

Start your assault on your hand eczema and foot avoiding the many things around your home that can irritate the condition.
Things that can irritate your skin include household cleansers, detergents, aftershave lotions, soap, gasoline, turpentine and other solvents. Try to steer clear of these things that will make notes for his eczema flared hand and foot up.

Of course it is also essential to wash your hands only when absolutely necessary. Soaps and humidity can cause skin irritation. Dry hands thoroughly, too, after you wash them.

The importance of wearing gloves

Other ways to experience a temporary eczema cure involve all the methods under the sun to protect your hands. These include wearing gloves to protect skin. Put the gloves of vinyl or plastic for the job that requires him to leave your hands in water for long periods of time.

Wear gloves and shoes, too, when you think your hands are exposed to anything that can irritate your skin and bring on eczema of the hand and foot.

Another potential temporary eczema cure is cotton gloves under plastic gloves and cotton socks in plastic or leather shoes. The cotton can soak up the sweat from his hands and feet. If even this cotton is getting wet, then take frequent breaks from your activities or work.

Remove your gloves and shoes to prevent a buildup of sweat inside them. Do not forget your gloves when you go outside during the winter either. Cold air and low humidity are enemies of your skin and eczema can easily bring on hand and foot drying your skin.

Other triggers of eczema that you should think about

Besides the cold, dry air, stress and other psychological factors may also be a trigger of eczema. Learning how to manage their emotions can be an eczema cure all to itself. You can not get to the root cause of eczema by cutting back on the stress in your life.

But controlling your emotions and avoiding stressful situations can be a powerful way to reduce the frequency and intensity of your eczema attacks. Their behavior, then, can be a powerful healing eczema until doctors come up with the last.

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Eczema Treatment Options

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There are many causes of eczema so not all home remedies will work on everyone but if you try a few, you’ll probably find one or two that are most effective for your particular condition.

Stress is one of the factors that can cause and aggravate the disease and therefore you should try to avoid it.

The most effective natural eczema cure is drinking fresh vegetable and fruit juices and eating a whole-food diet. Drinking fresh vegetable juices will detoxify your body of the factors that cause an eczema outbreak. Four ounces of fresh wheatgrass juice, every other day, removes toxins from the blood. Combinations of vegetables and fruits, every day, will help your body heal from within, and you will see the eczema gradually go away.

Studies have shown that essential fatty acids can help reduce eczema symptoms drastically due to the important Omega 3 and 6 fats that our bodies require. Borage Oil, Krill Oil, Evening Primrose Oil and Flaxseed Oil have great results in clearing up eczema for many people because of the Gamma Linolenic Omega 6 in them.

For better and quicker results I recommend drinking at least 2 litres of water a day, water is a natural body and skin moisturiser and by drinking plenty of water a day along with coconut oil spread over the surface of your skin you can certainly beat eczema in a matter of days. Olive Oil has been used successfully on scalp eczema to loosen scales which can then be washed away with a hypoallergenic shampoo. Carrot and musk melon is particularly beneficial in cases of eczema. The should be taken three to four times daily reducing the intake later on and adding milk and curds. Muskmelon should be washed down with cow’s milk. The combination of muskmelon and milk is not harmful as it is commonly supposed. Apply Aloe Vera gel after you finish your oatmeal bath to achieve quicker results. Elena’s natural collection is also a popular healing agent and far better than steroid based products. You can also apply spearmint leaf juice to reduce eczema. Almond leaves are also useful in the treatment of eczema. Mash these leaves in water and apply evenly on the affected area. Mashed papaya seeds, when applied on the affected area, are also beneficial in alleviating this skin condition.

Horsetail, a plant common to North America, contains the element silicon. Silica is essential to the proper growth and healing of many types of tissue, including skin. It also has anti-bacterial and astringent effects which offer relief for the inflammation and itching of eczema. The Flora Herb & Supplement Encyclopedia suggests an infusion of 10 teaspoons of horsetail plant to 1 liter or water. Wet a towel with the infusion. Lay it over the affected area. Cover the wet towel with a dry one. Hold it on the area for at least 10 minutes.

Coconut oil is a natural treatment that acts as a relief for eczema. Applying coconut oil twice a day can help soothing the itch and burning sensation on your skin.

 

Author is an online medical researcher on eczema treatment and skin care. Click read more on natural eczema treatment, acne treatment.