#eczema health

[itwasntaphase]

Strange Sensations I crave:

1: taking my spine out and wringing it real good so it cracks every area and helps the pain (fuck scoliosis)

2: taking my eyes out and putting them into a glass of cold water (refreshing for dry eye)

3: Take my skin off and give it a very good scrubbing and moisturizing (no more itchy eczema)

4: taking my brain out and deep cleaning it then soaking it in an ice bath (I'm convinced this would cure my migraines)

5: Scratching behind my eyes (they are often itchy)

7: eating my many pica cravings without it causing issues (i.e. sand, foaming soap, decorative bar soap)

8: taking my muscles apart and soaking each one in a warm bath and then giving it a deep massage (bye bye achy body)

9: Pulling my sinuses out and rinsing them thoroughly (I think it would help my allergies)

10: removing my bottom jaw to give me a break from my TMJ for a while (self-explanatory)

Please reblog this and add yours so I know I'm not crazy in wanting these things. My therapist says these are symptoms from my OCD so that's fun.

[liberaljane]

If it costs you your peace, it is simply *too expensive

*digital illustration of a white woman with eczema & short blue hair wearing formal gloves, a black choker necklace & a dress with dragonfly wings. Text reads, 'if it costs you your peace, it is too expensive.'

[mindblowingscience]

The unbearable itch that accompanies the chronic inflammatory skin condition eczema has a new culprit. Scientists have discovered that a familiar bacteria, Staphylococcus aureus, ignites persistent itches by directly triggering sensory neurons in the skin, a finding that could help researchers devise new treatments. Eczema, which is also known as atopic dermatitis, is common in children and teenagers but also affects one in ten adults. Up until now, immune cells and the inflammatory molecules they secrete were thought to be the main drivers of the insufferable itch that occurs with eczema. That itch so often drives a vicious urge to scratch which only damages the skin further, leaving it red, raw, swollen, and cracked. Years ago, researchers figured out that people lacking a skin protein called filaggrin were more likely to develop eczema; but what specifically caused the itch that enflames eczema still bugged them.

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[saturnsorbits]

Spent the whole afternoon at A&E and now all I can think about is Hospital AU Bakusquad…

Kirishima is in paediatrics.

A giant of a man, who everyone assumes (or hopes) is a physio or maybe even cardiology, but is most often seen with his hair in odd pigtails or butterfly clips, the tattoos on his forearms partially coloured in with bold felt tip. His mega-watt smile and calm, protective demeanour has both kids and parents seeking out his warmth and it isn’t uncommon to hear calls asking when ‘Dr Ei��� is going to be back on the ward. His office is littered with drawings from his patients and thank you cards from their parents - and it isn’t uncommon to see the odd scrawled phone number appear on the edge of a post it note that has somehow found its way into the pocket of his scrubs or coat.

Kaminari is a radiology tech.

He specialised because he thought he’d have a higher chance of seeing tits in his day-to-day work life, but stayed when he discovered his unexpected talent of reading radiographs. He’s got an eye for it, a weird knack that has his final year professor outright refusing to let him pivot to midwifery or plastics. He doesn’t mind so much these days. He’s the life of the department, with an easy going charisma that lures his, often anxious, patients back to relative calm and a manner that makes him more than approachable. ‘Ask Kaminari’ are often the first words spoken in front of a grainy X-Ray, his name the first on patients lips who have been seen by him before.

Mina is a specialist paramedic.

Trained to the highest level alongside Bakugo in med school, Mina decided surgery was just a little too detached for her liking - choosing instead to be the front line for those in an emergency. She likes the rush, the adrenaline filled afternoons that rely on her quick thinking and flawless bedside manner, but she also likes the breaks. Some of her favourite rides are booked appointments ferrying over the resident old dear for her routine CT scan and she’s a favourite amongst the frequent riders. The urgent care staff love her, knowing that they’re getting the best possible hand off when they see her bubblegum curls bounce through the doors, gloved hands gripping the stretcher as she reels off seamless histories and reassurances.

Sero is in orthopedics.

Having undergone his own elbow arthroplasty as a young adult, he knew exactly what he wanted to specialise in even before he started his first year of rotations. By his graduation, he had co-published a series of papers, pioneering a new innovative surgical fix for adolescent joint restoration that involved a veterinary technique using medical grade fishing wire. Despite this, he is humble to his core and steadfastly patient focuses where others may have sought out further research possibilities. His youthful demeanour makes him popular, despite his shyness, oh, and it doesn’t hurt that he’s absolutely smoking hot (and oblivious) either.

Bakugo is an ER Doctor.

It was certain that Bakugo was going far. Graduating top of his class, it was a sure thing that he would become one of the leading surgeons of his generation… Only for him to join the emergency department instead. Longing for a challenge, there are no safer hands in the department than his. Called in for the more harrowing and difficult cases, what he lacks in bedside manner is made up for easily in skill. He is blunt in demeanour and easy to anger, but ask any of the nurses in A&E and they’ll tell you all of that vanishes as soon as a child walks through the door. He has a cult following among the staff, nurses who long to crack his impenetrable shell and get to the gooey stuff they know is underneath and who can blame them? They’ve seen him shirtless in the overnight rooms.

[anotherdayforchaosfay]

I'm making this poll because some folks think autoimmune disorders are rare. This is entirely untrue. To prove the point, please reblog and answer this poll. No need to include tags. I want more people here aware they are not, in fact, alone.

Fun fact: having one can result in later developing more.

[adelle-ein]

i keep going "let's solve this health problem!" and then it turns out to just be fibromyalgia again

[milomilesmib]

Shout out to everyone with chronic conditions that are really just mild inconveniences (me)

[gramarobin]

[chillizabeth777]

CBD + THC infused lotion: Game changer!

Thank you Mother Earth 🌏 🙌

[jcsmicasereports]

Case Report: Autoimmune Progesterone Dermatitis by Chu Chi Hieu in Journal of Clinical Case Reports Medical Images and Health Sciences

Abstract

Autoimmune progesterone dermatitis (APD) is a rare cyclic premenstrual reaction to progesterone produced during the luteal phase of the menstrual cycle. The clinical symptoms of the APD overlap with other forms of dermatosis such as erythema multiforme, eczema, fixed drug eruption, urticaria, and angioedema. APD symptoms usually develop in 3 to 10 days before the menstruation and resolve in 1 to 2 days       after the menstruation ceases. Eczema developed on body of a 22-year-old female 7 days prior to her menstrual period. She was diagnosed with allergic contact dermatitis and prescribed with topical steroids. Her skin conditions did not improve and were associated with her menstrual period. An intradermal test using progesterone was performed, which was positive. She was treated with oral danazol and the symptoms were resolved. This is a typical case of APD triggered by increased sensitivity to endogenous progesterone.

Keyword: Autoimmune progesterone dermatitis, hypersensitivity progesterone, danazol, eczema.

Introduction

Autoimmune progesterone dermatitis (APD) is a rare form of hypersensitivity (HS) to progesterone (PG). It is characterized by recurrent skin eruptions during the luteal phase of the menstrual period, coinciding with peak levels of endogenous PG.1 Many manifestations have been reported including cyclical urticaria, vesiculobullous eruptions, erythema multiform, eczema, maculopapular eruptions, purpura/petechiae, and stomatitis.2 The histopathologic findings are non-specific and often correlate with the lesion morphology.3 The pathogenetic mechanism of APD has not yet been known. The APD is diagnosed and confirmed with either an immediate or delayed skin and/or systemic reaction to an intradermal progesterone (IDP) injection. Treatment is generally focused in alleviating the symptoms during each episode and taking oral contraceptive (OCPs).

Case report

A 22 – year – old woman, PARA 0000, having regular menstrual period and no previous medical history. She presented with a 2-year history of pruritic erythema which is located only on her back and closely associated with the menstrual period. The red rash became worse 5 days before menstruation and better 3 days after menstruation. A lichenoid papule is on her back, with a size of 15cmx5cm, clearly demarcated, without scabs, and much itching (Figure 1). She didn’t have vaginal bleeding, no history of using cosmetics or chemicals. Blood test results (complete blood count, basic blood chemistry) were within normal limits. An endodermal test with progesterone 50mg/ml was performed for the patient. The results were positive after 20 min both with 1:10 and 1:100 concentrations (Figure 3). The patient was treated with antihistamines (levcertizin 5 mg/day) and methylprednisolone 16 mg/day. After 2 days of treatment, the itchy papule did not improve. The patient was supplemented with Danazol 200mg/day. After 2 days of Danazol treatment, symptoms and redness were significantly reduced (Figure 2). In the following month, with patient taking Danazol 1 week before the period, the rash did not recur.

Discussion

Autoimmune progesterone dermatitis is a rare skin condition with varying morphology, appearing on a monthly basis during the luteal phase of the menstrual cycle. Symptoms of APD correlate with progesterone levels during the luteal phase of the menstrual cycle. The first documented case of APD was in 1921, in which a patient’s premenstrual serum caused acute urticarial lesions. In addition, it was shown that the patient’s premenstrual serum could be used to desensitize and improve her symptoms. Progesterone levels gradually rise after ovulation, reaching a peak concentration about 7 days before menstruation, then decreasing 1 to 2 days after menses, when there is a spontaneous resolution of APD.4,5 In this condition, symptoms was found 5 days before menstruation, coincide with the peak progesterone’s concentration. The major mechanism is considered to be the exposure to exogenous and/or endogenous progesterone causing hypersensitivity reaction that leads to clinical manifestation of this disease.1 The pathogenesis of APD remains unclear. Sexhormones modulate the immune and inflammation and inflammatory functions of cells, including mast cell degranulation. Several studies point to an autoimmune mechanism mediated by Th1 lymphocytes targeting endogenous progesterone, as in delayed hypersensitivity reactions. In women undergoing exogenous progesterone prior to APD diagnosis, Th2 cells and immunoglobulin IgE may also play a role.6

The clinical features of APD vary and thus far, about 80 cases have been reported in the literature. The most common clinical manifestations were eczema, urticaria, angioedema and erythema multiforme.5,7,8 Presentation of this case as an eczema is common symptom. Initially, this patient was considered to have allergic contact dermatitis. Because of its polymorphic characteristics, physicians can easily misdiagnose and thus treat this condition incorrectly.

The diagnostic criteria for APD proposed by Warin8 include 1) skin lesion associated with menstrual cycle (premenstrual flare); 2) a positive response to the progesterone intradermal test or reproducibility of the rash with the intramuscular test; and 3) symptomatic improvement after inhibiting progesterone secretion by suppressing ovulation. This patient has full 3 criteria for diagnosis. The intradermal test can support the diagnosis of APD based on the symptoms; on the contrary, in asymptomatic women, a positive intradermal test can result in false negative; therefore, this test might not be the most efficient diagnostic criteria for diagnosis of APD.

Treatment of APD is achieved mainly through suppressing ovulation. The first line of therapy is combined with oral contraceptives. The use of GnRH agonists has been reported successful in treatment. Another therapeutic agent used to suppress ovulation and improve symptoms is tamoxifen.5 Alkylated steroids, such as stanozolol and danazol, have been used to suppress ovulation, occasionally in combination with low dose corticosteroids.9 In this case, we have prescribed danazol to the patient 7 days before each menstrual cycle to 3 days after their period. The patient had a complete response and no relapse.

Conclusion

Although the condition is rare, APD should be included in the differential diagnosis in females with a recurrent, cyclical, or recalcitrant cutaneous eruption.

[eczemaless]

A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding and Utilizing the Eczema Body Surface Area Calculator.

In the realm of dermatology and skincare, understanding the surface area of the skin is crucial for various purposes, from medical assessments to the management of skin conditions such as eczema. The Skin Surface Area Calculator, particularly the Eczema Body Surface Area Calculator, plays a pivotal role in these evaluations. In this comprehensive guide, we will delve into the significance of skin surface area calculations, the relevance of the Eczema Body Surface Area Calculator, and how to use it effectively.

1. Importance of Skin Surface Area Calculation:

Skin surface area calculation is a fundamental aspect of dermatological assessments. It aids healthcare professionals in determining the extent of skin involvement in various conditions, including eczema. The accurate measurement of skin surface area is essential for:

Treatment Planning: Understanding the percentage of the body affected by eczema helps in developing targeted and effective treatment plans.

Medication Dosage: Dermatological medications are often prescribed based on the percentage of skin affected. Accurate calculations ensure proper dosage administration.

Monitoring Progress: Regular assessments of skin surface area provide insights into the progression or regression of skin conditions, guiding adjustments to treatment plans.

2. Eczema Body Surface Area Calculator:

The Eczema Body Surface Area Calculator is a specialized tool designed to quantify the extent of eczema involvement on the skin. It utilizes a percentage scale to represent the affected area relative to the entire body surface. This calculator is particularly valuable for:

Severity Assessment: It helps in categorizing the severity of eczema based on the percentage of the body affected, ranging from mild to severe.

Treatment Optimization: Healthcare providers use the calculator to optimize treatment approaches, tailoring them to the specific needs of each patient.

Research and Clinical Trials: The Eczema Body Surface Area Calculator is a valuable tool in research settings and clinical trials, providing standardized measurements for consistent data interpretation.

3. How to Use the Eczema Body Surface Area Calculator:

Using the Eczema Body Surface Area Calculator is a straightforward process, typically involving the following steps:

Identification of Affected Areas: Assess and identify the regions of the body affected by eczema.

Determination of Severity: Estimate the severity of involvement for each identified area (mild, moderate, severe).

Percentage Calculation: Input the severity percentages into the calculator, which then generates the overall percentage of body surface area affected by eczema.

Interpretation: Healthcare professionals interpret the calculated percentage to guide treatment decisions and monitor progress.

4. SEO Benefits of the Skin Surface Area Calculator:

In an era dominated by online searches, the inclusion of a Skin Surface Area Calculator on a dermatology website can significantly enhance visibility and attract users seeking information on eczema. By incorporating relevant keywords, such as "Skin Surface Area Calculator" and "Eczema Body Surface Area," the content becomes more discoverable, driving organic traffic to the site.

In conclusion, the Skin Surface Area Calculator, with a specific focus on the Eczema Body Surface Area Calculator, is a valuable tool in dermatology. Its application extends from treatment planning to research endeavors, offering a standardized method for assessing and managing skin conditions. By understanding the importance of skin surface area calculations and optimizing content with SEO-based strategies, healthcare professionals can reach a wider audience, providing valuable insights into the world of dermatological care.

[verdanturfwind]

Whenever I'm having an eczema flareup I look at my lizard and think about how good he has it. Imagine just shedding your bad, dry and itchy skin every month. I'm so jealous of reptiles

[what-even-is-sleep]

Trying to get ahead of an unsustainability cycle that might be starting up this week,,, (I start work).

[mindblowingscience]

The findings suggest there may be an allergic pathway that can be targeted with existing drugs.

“Our findings provide the foundation for future interventional studies that could identify the first treatment to reduce the progression of osteoarthritis,” says Matthew Baker, an assistant professor of immunology and rheumatology at Stanford University and first author of the paper in Annals of the Rheumatic Diseases.

Osteoarthritis is widespread, affecting more than 50 million people in the US with no known treatment that can prevent its progression. The condition can require expensive joint replacement surgeries, lead to disabilities, and significantly affect quality of life.

Its burden on the health care system continues to rise, says Baker, with an aging population and higher rates of obesity.

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[meditating-dog-lover]

Health

I need to:

1. Heal my gut.

2. Heal my skin.

3. Relaxation and mindfulness

4. Establishing healthy relationships

5. Body confidence.

6. Insulin resistance

7. Maintaining a healthy weight longterm and being comfortable with weighing myself

[afitnessgoddess]

Natural beeswax I bought from a farm co-op to make my brother eczema salve. I mixed it with mango butter and infused with herbal jojoba oil.

The herbs used was calendula, chamomile, sarsaparilla, plantain leaf, and burdock root. I added drops of Sweet Orange essential oil to make it smell good.