Throughout life, a person has to solve millions of problems, and often one of them, perhaps not so global compared to the rest, is the appearance of acne and cracks in the elbow region. Acne on the elbow looks unattractive, causes discomfort and can be caused by a number of reasons: from mechanical injuries to the presence of chronic and viral diseases in the body. How to get rid of acne and return smooth and delicate skin?
Acne on the elbow - due to the nature of the job?
The skin of the ulnar region from other parts of the body are dry. Due to the constant stretching due to the work of the joints, they are thickened at the folds. Also in the elbow zone there are practically no sebaceous glands that moisturize the skin. Therefore, quite often you can observe such phenomena as dryness, peeling, roughening of the epidermis in these areas, the appearance of acne and cracks. No less rarely, people complain that they have dark elbows. This may be due to the specifics of the work, in which the skin of the elbows, regularly touching the surface, is subjected to friction and various stresses. We are talking about such professions as the bartender, who in the process of customer service has to constantly lean on the bar counter with his elbows, or an office employee (secretary, accountant, manager), whose specifics of work are due to the constant contact of the hands with the surface of the desktop, which irritates the skin . Very often, acne and rashes arising on the elbow are not noticed on time, as a result of which they can turn into a big nuisance, requiring professional medical treatment.
We fix the problem ourselves
Problems associated with regular mechanical stress, you can try to solve it yourself. Rough elbows with small cracks and single acne are recommended to be lubricated with slightly warmed oil - linseed or olive. For maximum absorption, it is advisable to apply a small compress on top.
Softening creams are effective, as part of which there is an extract of alfalfa, chamomile and aloe vera, characterized by an anti-inflammatory effect. Their application 2-3 times throughout the day to the area above the elbow and the elbow itself will significantly soften the epidermis and relieve rough skin from minor damage.
With the mass of acne filled with liquid, it is recommended to use drying and antibacterial drugs (for example, tincture of calendula, fucorcin, green). Only apply such funds directly to the pimple. It is not recommended to use potent ointments containing antibiotics or corticosteroids without consulting a doctor.
Inflammatory processes, including in the ulnar zone, can be caused by poor nutrition, the use of harmful preservatives, spicy and fatty foods, and a lack of vitamins and nutrients. Dark elbows can be a sign of improper skin care, a lack of vitamin A and E, or hormonal disruptions in the body due to age-related changes, menopause, thyroid and adrenal gland diseases. Such changes are not treated on their own, but require the obligatory consultation of the endocrinologist.
Acne on the elbow as a sign of the presence of the disease. Psoriasis
Psoriasis is a very serious and incurable disease in which a person is only able to heal its manifestations. The most likely causes of its occurrence are:
- hereditary predisposition
- metabolic and immune system disorders,
- nervous shocks, stress, depression,
- infectious diseases of the respiratory tract,
- mechanical skin defects.
Acne on the elbow looks like silver-white plaques, flaky, itchy and merging into a continuous cortical spot with cracks.
The treatment of psoriasis is a long-term phenomenon and is carried out comprehensively. These are local therapy, photochemotherapy, physiotherapeutic procedures, vitamins, and a specially developed diet. Rough elbows with mild forms of psoriasis are treated with hydrating agents that reduce itching, relieve inflammation, and soften the scaly surface. With the advanced form of the disease, corticosteroid drugs are used. Psoriasis is incurable, therefore, therapy that can introduce the disease in a long period of remission is effective.
Atopic dermatitis
The disease is a significant accumulation of small acne, accompanied by severe itching. The skin begins to itch, resulting in its mechanical damage. The cause of the development of dermatitis may be contact with certain allergens or strong toxins. Most often, such a reaction occurs on household chemicals, dust, food, cosmetics, drugs. You can solve the problem by getting rid of the allergen. If it is impossible to determine the specific cause of the allergic reaction, it is recommended to seek help from doctors and pass appropriate tests.
Fungus
A rash on the elbows may be a sign of mycosis , a fungal disease. The pathogen, as a rule, prefers to "settle" in places of high humidity: this is the inguinal zone, axillary cavities, the space between the toes. With severe irritation, the disease can spread throughout the body, including affecting the folds of the elbows. Mycosis is manifested by oval spots from reddish small acne, which subsequently turn into a whitish bloom.
Granuloma annular
Chronic disease most affecting children and adolescents; often manifested in young girls. Outwardly, it looks like subcutaneous nodules in the form of small acne. The disease, the cause of which heredity is considered to be, does not belong to the category of dangerous ones and can pass by itself.
Scabies and eczema
On the elbow, acne is bright red, filled with liquid, located absent-mindedly and multiple, sometimes merge? The causative agent of this disease is a scabies mite parasitizing on the skin . Acne itches, itching unbearably, especially at night. In the process of treating scabies with medications, not only the affected areas should be treated, but also the entire surface of the skin. The patient during this period is prohibited from taking water procedures.
A rather unpleasant disease is eczema , which manifests itself on the skin with small numerous acne. A rash on the elbows may appear under the upper layer of the epidermis. Represents small bubbles with liquid, periodically bursting and causing severe itching and peeling. Lesions can bleed and attract the attention of various germs. In this case, it is necessary to consult a doctor, before visiting which the place of concentration of skin lesions should be washed and wiped with an antiseptic.
Infectious diseases can also affect the elbow area. So, with measles, the body, including the elbows, is covered with numerous reddish spots, with chickenpox , acne filled with liquid appears.
To treat - only complex
When getting rid of acne on the elbows, it is important to understand that treatment should be comprehensive, because skin manifestations can only be a consequence of inflammatory processes that occur in the body. In this case, you should definitely seek medical help to establish the cause of acne and their localization in the elbow area. A correctly diagnosed diagnosis will allow you to start treatment with appropriate drugs (tablets, creams, lotions, masks, antibiotics, etc.).
Preventative measures
As preventive measures aimed at preventing the appearance of acne on the elbows, it is recommended:
- when working, try not to overload the elbows;
- monitor the condition of the skin in the elbow area, constantly use exfoliating scrubs and nourishing creams;
- treat any ulnar lesions with antiseptics;
- follow personal hygiene to avoid infection with a fungus or scabies mite.
Treatment of elbows with folk methods
The skin on the elbows, as on any other part of the body, should look beautiful. Traditional medicine recommends the use of home remedies, the most common of which is aloe juice. It must be applied to damaged areas.
An effective mask of lemon juice, sour cream, hydrogen peroxide and cream, taken on a teaspoon. The ingredients should be mixed and the resulting composition applied to pre-steamed elbows for half an hour. After rinse with warm water, and soak the skin with a moisturizer.
In the old days, onion gruel was applied to coarse elbow zones and kept for 15 minutes. The healing action is characterized by a potato mask, for which you want to grate 2 small potatoes. Combine the resulting mass with 2 teaspoons of honey, mix well, apply to the elbow area and fix. After 30 minutes, rinse with warm water, dry and grease generously with a nourishing cream.