Why do it? Many people carry bacteria called Staphylococcus aureus on their skin. This is particularly common in children and adults who suffer from eczema.
Eczema is an itchy skin condition, often worsened by a bacterial infection. Staphylococcus aureus can contribute to the flaring of the eczema and to ongoing skin inflammation. Complete eradication of Staphylococcus aureus in patients with eczema is very difficult, however some therapies can reduce the number of organisms which live on the skin.
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Wet wrapping is a bandaging system used to control the symptoms of eczema that can help to reduce the amount of itching and aids sleep. Wet wraps should be used on red, dry and itchy skin but should never be used on infected skin. Wet wrap therapy needs to be supervised by their therapy or health professional.
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Choosing the Right Sunscreen for Eczema. When managing eczema protecting your skin from harmful UV rays is essential. Choosing the right sunscreen can help prevent flare-ups and keep your skin healthy. Here’s a guide to understanding the types of sunscreen and selecting the best option for sensitive skin.
Which Sunscreen is Better for People with Eczema? Mineral sunscreen is typically the preferred choice for individuals with eczema for several reasons
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Eczema is a chronic condition. That means it is not curable and has to be controlled. It is a condition where the skin is constantly inflamed. For over 50 years, topical steroids have been known to be highly effective in controlling this inflammation. There is no other medication that works as well or as efficiently. One of the main functions of skin is to maintain a barrier to the outside world. In eczema the barrier is damaged. Steroids rapidly repair the damaged skin barrier without irritating the skin.
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Although many people think an emollient and a moisturiser are the same thing, they aren’t. An emollient is one of the ingredients in a moisturiser. The other ingredients in a moisturiser bring water into your skin. Emollients are the part of a moisturiser that keep your skin soft and smooth. Emollients have been used for over 5,000 years and they form an essential part of the therapy for all dry skin conditions, including atopic and contact eczema. Emollients are safe and effective and, in the majority of cases, mild to moderate eczema can be successfully treated by using emollient therapy alone.
Read More on EmollientsThere are many benefits to becoming a member of the Eczema Association of New Zealand (EANZ). For only $9.95 (New Zealand) 12 month subscription, you will receive:
This magazine is filled with a huge amount of valuable information to support you on your eczema journey. Recipes, patient stories, tips and tricks for managing your eczema at home and in different environments, sessional tips, what’s happening in the eczema world, product reviews, competitions, advice, support, and lots more.
An incredible amount of information presented in an easy to read format – so that you have the information when you need it! These provide a diverse range of information/tips and tricks from wet-wrapping, babies and eczema, adults and eczema, eczema safe home, topical steroids and so much more, This information can make all the difference when managing your eczema.
This is a great way to stay abreast of the current information – what’s happening for eczema in NZ, new treatments, patient stories, new products and lots more.
Find out what’s in the pipeline updates, reading list (clinical studies, national and international articles about the management and treatment of eczema) plus many topics helping you manage your skin condition.
Eczema is a challenging and debilitating condition to live with. If you need to talk, have questions, or just need someone to listen – you can call us or email. As part of our membership, you will have access to email and phone support, information sheets and up to date data.
