As a rule, seborrheic eczema begins on the scalp, its scalp, gradually expanding. It appears in the form of delicate scales that are easily removable. Hair may begin to fall out. The skin behind the ears, on the temples, on the forehead turns red and becomes covered with the same scales. The process can be localized on the chest and in the interscapular region. In these areas, different spots of yellow-red color, covered with scales or crusts (yellowish) are observed.
Layering increases, and seborrheic eczema passes to the cheeks, capturing the face in the future. The skin turns red and the scales become wet. The skin begins to get wet behind the ears, becoming covered with crusts of a characteristic yellowish color. Layering under the hair increases significantly.
In severe form, seborrheic eczema spreads to almost all open areas of the body: neck, chest, back, arms. Hair falls out. Itching may be minor, and in some cases it becomes severe. Today, seborrheic eczema is being successfully treated. It develops at any age, but most often up to thirty and after fifty years.
True eczema, like seborrheic, is a form of eczema. It begins acutely and at any age. Most often goes into chronic, periodically worsening. During exacerbations, microvesicles are poured out, which quickly open. Point erosion, called eczematous wells, is exposed. After drying, small crusts appear. The transition to the chronic stage is gradual, accompanied by congestive erythema, scales, fissures. Foci of various sizes, contours scattered, fuzzy. The process is often symmetrical, localization on the back of the hands, feet, forearms, on the buttocks, on the chest, on the face. Patients experience itching.
Eczema. Treatment and prevention.
Do not give up if you have eczema, you can treat this disease. The outcome of treatment depends on the form, stage of the disease and the individual characteristics of your body. In the vast majority of cases, the patient fully recovers. In addition to the individual treatment prescribed by the doctor, it is necessary to raise immunity, create conditions to avoid stress, take care of eliminating external irritating factors. For example, sweating irritates the skin and can cause a new outbreak. Therefore, in the room (at work, at home), the temperature should be close to + 23 ° C, humidity from 60%. The room must be ventilated. A minimum of carpets, upholstered furniture and other sources of dust accumulation. Daily wet cleaning . Restriction (and better exception) of substances that irritate the skin: solvents, paints, varnishes, powders, etc. For washing, choose hypoallergenic products. Excluded smoking in the apartment. Minimize contact with pollen-forming plants. Keeping animals is not recommended (dry food, wool, feathers are allergens). Do not wear clothing that may cause irritation (wool, from coarse fabrics). Taking a bath for more than ten minutes at temperatures above 40 ° C is undesirable. Do not rub or comb the skin. As cleansers, it is preferable to use those for very sensitive skin with a minimum amount of additives. Adjust the mode of rest and work.
It is very important to follow a diet. It is individual for each and should be agreed with your doctor. Protein products are often the causes of allergic reactions, keep this fact in mind. Products that were allergic are generally excluded. The minimum duration of the diet is one year. Vaccination during periods of exacerbation is excluded.
When treating, traditionally use sensitivity-lowering agents (anti-mediators): "Erius", "Suprastin", "Telfast", "Diazolin", "Kestin", "Tavegil", anti-inflammatory serotonin ("Peritol"). However, most of these drugs are addictive (except for "Telfast" and "Erius"), so alternating the means used is necessary. In the form of injections, sulfate magnesia, calcium, sodium thiosulfate are prescribed . Enterosgel, Uvisorb, Rekitsen preparations promote the elimination of allergens. In addition, laxatives and diuretics are prescribed (Furosemide, Senade, Dufalac), it is advisable to drink more. With severe itching, the drug "Prednisolone" is indicated. As sedatives are prescribed: valerian, motherwort, etc. It is mandatory to take immunostimulants. Means "Trental", "Theonikol" improve blood circulation. If necessary, antiparasitic treatment is prescribed. Mandatory conditions are restoration of intestinal microflora and improvement of liver function.
In addition, climate and spa therapy is indicated, preferably in autumn and spring.