{"id":1941,"date":"2020-02-27T08:59:15","date_gmt":"2020-02-27T08:59:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/imedicalsociety.org\/?p=1941"},"modified":"2020-02-27T08:59:15","modified_gmt":"2020-02-27T08:59:15","slug":"neurodermatitis-of-the-body","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/imedicalsociety.org\/neurodermatitis-of-the-body\/","title":{"rendered":"Neurodermatitis Of The Body And Atopic Eczema"},"content":{"rendered":"

Neurodermatitis, atopic eczema in acute attacks on the body<\/strong><\/h1>\n

Neurodermatitis is a very common (8<\/a>), chronic skin change that occurs on the face and\/or body<\/a> (1<\/a>). In these cases, the skin is very dry<\/a>, reddened, and itchy (7<\/a>). Those affected experience a phased progression of their skin symptoms: A relapse-free (“symptom-free”) phase, in which the body skin<\/a> is dry and irritated (6<\/a>), but the skin symptoms can be managed (2<\/a>), and an acute or “relapse phase”, in which the skin is inflamed and itches (3<\/a>). During an acute episode, the application of intensive skincare<\/a> (5<\/a>) in combination with a medicinal treatment may be necessary (4<\/a>).<\/p>\n

What Is Neurodermatitis?<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n

Neurodermatitis, also known as atopic eczema, is a non-contagious, chronic skin disease that affects the skin on the face<\/a> and body of babies, children and adults. It is becoming increasingly common, with a two to three times increase in documented cases compared to 30 years ago. No clear cause is known, but it is now undisputed that a combination of predisposition and trigger factors can lead to the development of neurodermatitis<\/a>. The altered genes lead to a disturbed skin barrier, which can no longer adequately protect against the influence of the so-called trigger factors.<\/p>\n

Those affected have a disorder of the skin barrier and the immune system. Neurodermatitis has a phased course: In a phase free of relapse (“symptom-free”) the skin is dry<\/a>, irritated and possibly slightly flaky.<\/p>\n

In acute phases (or “push phases”) the skin becomes inflamed and itches. Even if no cure is known yet, regular intensive care can help to stabilize the skin condition and protect<\/a> the skin.<\/p>\n

In acute phases, patients typically develop skin symptoms<\/a> on the face, scalp, neckline, inner side of knees and elbows, hands, wrists and feet. In babies and children, skin symptoms<\/a> and affected skin areas differ.<\/p>\n

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1. The impaired skin barrier facilitates the penetration of harmful substances and microorganisms 2. activation of immune cells, inflammation 3. nerve fibres causing<\/a> itching<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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Because the skin is dry to extremely dry and itchy<\/a> in acute phases, those affected scratch. Scratching additionally destroys the skin barrier. This makes the skin susceptible to infection. These bacteria cause a new irritation<\/a>, which in turn causes a new itching.<\/p>\n

Acute relapses must be treated with antipruritic, anti-inflammatory and antibacterial drugs.<\/p>\n

Neurodermatitis can be aggravated by heat and those affected must pay attention to the tissues they are wearing. Silk or soft cotton is preferable to wool or nylon. Sweating and scratching can also lead to sleep disorders.<\/p>\n

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The skin symptoms<\/a> of neurodermatitis vary from person to person.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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Occasionally the skin is inflamed and sore.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Consult a dermatologist if you are uncertain about your skin symptoms.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Causes And Triggers Of Neurodermatitis<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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The predisposition for neurodermatitis is inherited: If both parents suffer or have suffered from neurodermatitis, the child has a 60-80% risk of also developing neurodermatitis. Besides genetics, environmental factors play an important role as trigger factors for neurodermatitis. As there is no cure, avoiding these triggers and daily intensive skincare is very important, this combination can help to prolong the relapse-free phases. In acute phases, a combination of targeted skincare and medical treatment can provide rapid relief and regression of skin symptoms<\/a>.<\/p>\n