Treatment of atopic dermatitis by folk remedies in children and adults. The main symptoms, methods of treatment and prevention at home, as well as proven cosmetics. Information on the site Emolyum.
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Periodically arising areas of reddened inflamed and itchy skin deliver many physical and moral inconvenience. Treatment of atopic dermatitis In most cases, it provides for the purpose of antihistamine, the use of ointments for removing excessive dryness and itching, compliance with a special hypoallergenic diet.
Many patients or parents of children suffering from allergic skin lesions practicing folk remedies with atopic dermatitis. Often they are based on the use of various herbs, plant extracts or essential oils. Consider the most famous recipes for the removal of itching and dryness and analyze how efficiently the use of methods of traditional medicine.
Folk Methods Treatment of Atopic Dermatitis
The treatment of atopic dermatitis at home provides for the elimination of the following symptoms:
- The appearance of red spots on the face;
- skin itching;
- excessive dry skin;
- strong swelling;
- thickening skin sections;
- appearance of peeling, painful cracks, multiple rashes;
- feelings of burning and strollery;
- The appearance of tear, redness and swelling of the eyes, allergic runny nose.
In small children, in addition to negative skin changes, atopic dermatitis provoke behavioral disorders. Permanent itching causes increased irritability and the capriciousness of the child, worsens his sleep and appetite.
The poor condition of the skin and the feeling of discomfort adolescently affects the emotional state of adolescents whose atopic dermatitis can be caused by the hormonal perestroika of the body.
Folk treatment methods include the use of decoctions, infusions or tinctures of therapeutic herbs. Such means have a softer action, they are based on the use of natural components.
We give examples of famous folk remedies.
Celandine
Of the dry leaves of the plant prepare therapeutic decoction. For this, 200 grams of boiling water will need 3 tablespoons of crushed plant in dry form. After cooking, the pile spoonful of honey is added to it. The resulting solution is used for the compress, which is applied to the affected areas of the skin.
Dry leaves of the plant also insist on alcohol or vodka and wipe affected by the resulting tincture. Dry twigs cleanly can be added to the baths.
Shaved
The most effective for removing the itch and peeling during dermatitis is considered baths based on brazers.They are prepared in a ratio of 2 parts of a decoction of a string to 10 parts of water. Bath is recommended for daily use for 15-30 minutes before bedtime.
Baths from a series are useful for babies suffering from atopic dermatitis. In addition, the sequence is known as an effective sedative, it has a beneficial effect on the nervous system and normalizes sleep.
Tea tree oil
Essential oils have proven themselves as a remedy for skin diseases. Tea tree oil has anti-inflammatory and antifungal effects. The tool is used both separately and in combination with other oils or tar soap.
A few drops of oil are applied to the affected areas of the skin and spread over the body with light massaging movements. The oil should be well absorbed into the skin, the remnants can be blotted with a napkin.
raw potatoes
This is one of the most affordable remedies for relieving dryness and itching that occurs during exacerbation of atopic dermatitis, since a couple of potatoes can be found in any home. 2-3 raw tubers are rubbed on a fine grater and spread in a layer on a napkin or piece of gauze. The prepared compress is applied for an hour to the affected areas.
Potato compress relieves inflammation, softens and moisturizes the upper layer of the skin.
Tar soap
Tar soap is used as an independent remedy, and to increase the effectiveness of other methods of treatment. It is added to various compresses or lotions, used for bathing.
The use of tar soap in the treatment of atopic dermatitis contributes to:
- acceleration of blood circulation and saturation of cells with oxygen;
- stimulation of the regenerative functions of the skin;
- relief of inflammatory processes;
- elimination of itching and peeling;
- drying of weeping rashes;
- normalization of the water balance of the skin;
- skin disinfection.
It should be borne in mind that tar soap is not recommended for use in the acute stage of dermatitis and on hypersensitive skin. Before using on children's skin, soap should be tested in a small amount on the crook of the elbow.
From other traditional medicine in the treatment of atopic dermatitis can be used:
- fruits of Japanese Sophora;
- cornflower flowers;
- geranium oil;
- tinctures of lemon juice and vodka;
- tinctures from alcohol, black elderberry, elecampane, St. John's wort, calamus root.
Decoctions from some plants can be used for wrapping. These are chamomile, nettle, string, valerian.
How effective are folk remedies in the treatment of dermatitis
Traditional medicine for atopic dermatitis has its advantages. Such funds are always available, they can be bought at a low price. However, it should be noted that most traditional medicine does not give a lasting positive effect in the treatment and require repeated use.
Even the most well-known traditional medicines bring only a temporary relief effect. In general, their therapeutic effectiveness is low. A good result is possible with a mild form of the disease, at the initial stage.
Among the advantages of traditional medicine, they are always called 100% naturalness. But this quality can be both a plus and a minus. The natural composition of plants and essential oils often provokes the appearance of allergic reactions, which in this situation is highly undesirable.
Alternative methods can only be recommended in the complex treatment of atopic dermatitis as adjuvants. They can be used after the approval of the doctor and under his supervision.
Remedies for dermatitis
One of the conditions for successful treatment of dermatitis is proper skin care. With dermatitis, it requires increased hydration and maintenance of optimal water balance.
Such an effect can be provided by emollients of the Emolium series. The harmoniously selected composition of care products for sensitive and dry skin contributes to effective hydration and long-term retention of moisture in the cells.
The effectiveness of the cream "Emolium" is provided by:
- sodium hyaluronate – eliminates water deficiency in the upper layers of the skin;
- urea – saturates cells with moisture;
- shea and macadamia oils – have a softening and anti-inflammatory effect, give elasticity and firmness;
- triglycerides of caprylic and capric acids are responsible for the optimal lipid balance of the skin.
Creams, bathing emulsions and other products of the Emolium series are recommended for skin care prone to excessive dryness, flaking, irritation and rashes. Normalization of the state of skin cells contributes to the rapid restoration of the normal functionality of the epidermis
Emolium products are recommended for daily and regular care for both adults and children from the first days of life. Along with drug therapy, adherence to a hypoallergenic diet and hygiene standards, the use of emollients to soften and moisturize the skin gives a stable and long-term positive effect in the treatment of atopic dermatitis and other skin pathologies.