Eczema is a medical condition where the skin barrier function is weakened creating “holes” that leave the skin unprotected and unable to protect the skin against outside substances. The skin gets irritated, inflamed, and covered with numerous lesions. According to the latest data, about 35 million Americans currently suffer from eczema. The word “eczema” comes from the ancient Greek word “ἔκζεμα” that can be interpreted as “to boil over”.
Typically, this ailment first manifests itself in childhood but first outbreaks can also appear in adulthood.
Generally, doctors use the term eczema to describe a group of diseases, which cause the skin’s surface to become red, itchy, inflamed, swollen or discolored.
Eczema can be either inherited or triggered by harsh environmental factors. The disease may come and go, flaring at times; but it also may have periodic remissions, where the skin gets healthier and clearer. In some people, eczema will recede with time; while in others, it will recur at regular intervals throughout life.
Eczema develops without regard to gender – it equally affects men and women. Its symptoms may be mild or severe. The first stage of eczema is characterized by small fluid-filled sacs or vesicles, which outbreak on your skin, followed by skin redness, swelling and crusting. In the last stage, the skin thickens (epidermal hypertrophy) and develops scales.
As its “boil over” name suggests, eczema symptoms can make your skin literally “boil over”, causing unbearable skin burning, itching and irritation. Loma Lux® Eczema Pill has helped millions of eczema sufferers manage their ailment, soothing the skin inflammation and facilitating skin clearance.
Eczema prevalence has surged over the recent decade all over the world. In addition to genetics, you are at increased risk of developing eczema if you:
• Reside in a large city/metropolitan area
• Have a family history of eczema or different alimentary and non-food allergies