Eczema - Skin Disorder

Eczema is an allergic, inflammatory and irritating skin infection. It can be caused by wrist watches and strap, zinc coated jeans, perfumes and scents, hair dyes, fur, hair of pet animals, certain colors, synthetic clothes, dust, mould spores, certain plants, flowers, vegetables, bright sunlight or extremely cold winds. Holistic approach is called for to look for other allergens and disease-related causes. Some allergens and hypersensitivity is quite well known to many patients who can stay free from eczema. Certain insecticides, pesticides, fumes, gases can also be trigger points.

The disease gets chronic, either there is oozing from the scratched site or else it is simply a raised, inflamed and itching condition, but intense itching is a common symptom. Allergic eczema is more difficult to educe, as the there could be specific objects that are capable to cause onset of this disorder. Eczema spreading by contact is a common form of the malady. Those working in gas, chemical, drug manufacturing units are the general victims. The disease is liable to spread by contact with an infected person object.

Ayurvedic Remedies

• Oils of Lemon Balm, Geranium, Chamomile or lavender can be used in 1 % or still lower concentration by mixing with acqeous cream, thicker cream, vegetable oil or ointment. It is prudent to watch reaction on the skin of all these herbal oils, by testing them on your skin one-by-one. Oil compresses are useful when the involved area is large. Drop 5 drops to 1 / 2 litre water and then use.

• To hasten healing and reduce inflammation, use Marigold or Comfrey. Prepare a cream or ointment from either of the said herbal oils and apply locally.

• Chickweed (stellaria Media) is of unquestioned value to calm itching which is a common feature of eczema. You can use it in the form or cream/ointment, or prepare an infusion and then use as a cold compress, which will suit more when the eczema is dry.

• For moist or weeping eczema, apply, in neat or cream form, Red clover or Hearteas. Oil (diluted in some vegetable oil) of Evening Primrose will give soothing and healing relief, if applied locally. Nettle and Red clover possess quality of blood-cleaning, and should be used in the form of infusions.

• Decoctions of yellow Dock or Burdock can also be used for the said purpose. Dandalion root is extolled as toner of liver. It also gently clears the bowels but should be used as a decoction.

• Cleavers (Galium Aparme) is also famous for removing toxins through kidneys, but should be used as an infusion. You can mix up both the herbs and prepare a mixture but must not be used beyond three weeks.

• Take pound root of kasaundi and reduce to fine powder form, mix the same in kanji and then apply the paste over affected area. It will deal with Eczema effectively.

Precaution

Precaution is better than cure therefore avoid scratching with your nails or any object like brush, if pruritis is unbearable. Keep the surface free from dust, heat, known allergens, and known eatables. Do not use any soap, detergents or oil which precipitates the disease.