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Feeling Itchy? The Difference Between Eczema vs Psoriasis
As the leaves begin to fall and temps begin to drop, it’s normal for our skin to become dry and start to itch. The cold air can suck out the moisture from the skin causing irritation, however, how do you know if you have a mild skin irritation or something more concerning such as eczema or psoriasis?
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What is Hydrocotyle Asiatica?
By Dr. Peter Klapper Ph.D.When it comes to dermatological issues, when the root cause is an immune disorder such as psoriasis, opens in a new tab, eczema, opens in a new tab, and possibly rosacea, certain homeopathic, opens in a new tab medicinal plants can be of great benefit to provide an immune response to help return the skin back to its normal state. Our go to in this case is homeopathic Gotu Kola (Pennywort), it stands heads and shoulders above most others to help heal skin ailments. The scientific name of this herbal plant is Hydrocotyle Asiatica or Centella Asiatica. Recent published medical studies establish efficacy for this herb to treat dermatitis related conditions. Atopic dermatitis (AD) is a chronic inflammatory skin disease caused mainly by immune imbalance. The anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory effects of Pennywort have been demonstrated to have a positive healing effect in the treatment of AD. Collectively, the data demonstrates the pharmacological role of Pennywort is its anti-inflammatory action on the skin, which supports its action to be used as a therapeutic agent for AD. This includes eczemaGo to eczema control, opens in a new tab and psoriasisGo to psoriasis relief, opens in a new tab. According to the Journal of American Academic Dermatology, selected natural therapies have been reported to promote wound healing, reduce edema or purpura, and provide anti-inflammatory effects. Because of high rates of use of natural medicines amongst the global populations, more and more doctors and health practitioners are familiarizing themselves with their common uses, potential benefits, and complications.
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What is Matricaria chamomilla?
There are four distinguishable chemotypes of German Chamomile. Of those, the a-bisoblol type performs the dynamic healing properties associated with true German Chamomile.
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Homeopathy and Eczema
Eczema is a dermatitis causing inflammation of the skin. Those who suffer from eczema are keenly aware that conventional medicine struggles to deal with this often highly uncomfortable illness, and treatments are symptom based rather than curative.
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Atopic Eczema (Atopic Dermatitis)
"Atopic" eczema, which often runs in families, is a condition that causes excess inflammation of the skin. Atopic Dermatitis (AD) is a disease that causes inflamed, itchy skin.
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Types of Eczema, Symptoms and Causes
Itchy patches of skin driving you mad? You are not alone. Over 30 million people in the U.S. alone suffer from eczema and 334 million people globally. Eczema, or Atopic Dermatitis, is actually a group of diseases that present as an inflammation on the skin.
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6 Tips to Reduce Eczema Symptoms and Live Better
Anyone who’s suffered with eczema can tell you that not every eczema treatment is right for every specific case. Everyone’s body chemistry is a little bit different, and many eczema treatments contain harmful chemicals that can damage your skin and possibly event make your eczema worse. Small lifestyle changes can go a long way to lessening your eczema, avoiding flare-ups, and living healthier.
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