What causes eczema is unknown but there are several factors why we get eczema, such as the environment we live in, the genres we inherit, our family history, chemicals we use in detergents and foods we eat.  Which foods cause eczema flare ups is something we can control.

Unfortunately as there is not a 100% reliable test for identifying which foods cause eczema.  So it is important to learn what type of foods triggers eczema; there is no exact diet you should...

Clinical FeaturesPRP been classified into five groups on the basis of age of onset, clinical features, and prognosis. They are classical adult, atypical adult, classical juvenile, circumscribed juvenile and a typical juvenile.

Classical adultaffects the adults and accounts for nearly half the patients of PRP. It starts as small, yellow pink, acuminate papules caused by follicular hyperkeratosis. At the summit of the papule is small, broken hair.

Atypical adultIt is...

Question:

Our little granddaughter has  nut allergy. The last attack was so worrying that my daughter has been given an injection ‘gun' in case of further problems. Because I look after my grandchild sometimes, I am also obtaining a ‘gun' and antihistamines. We are clearing our cupboards of all foods with nuts and reading the labels on everything we buy. Can you suggest anything to help her and tell us why this problem is on the increase?

Answer:

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A home allergy affect the health and well-being of millions of people worldwide on a daily basis. While allergy symptoms are generally worse during the fall and spring seasons, people with severe allergies may suffer year around.

We will discuss 10 primary causes of allergies in the home and methods you can use right now to control them or even eliminate them. Your indoor home environment is the one place you have control over and with the proper knowledge, a home can be your...

Periactin is an antihistamine given to help relieve cold- and allergy-related symptoms such as hay fever, nasal inflammation, stuffy nose, red and inflamed eyes, hives, and swelling. Periactin may also be given after epinephrine to help treat anaphylaxis, a life-threatening allergic reaction.

Why is Periactin prescribed?
Periactin is an antihistamine given...

Eczema is a defect of the immune system that manifests itself in the form of dried out scaly skin that flakes and itches terribly. Broken and bleeding skin is also evident in severe eczema instances. A lot of folks have come to be disillusioned with the treatment marketed by doctors that they think that the most effective eczema cure is to make vital alterations in one's lifestyle and day to day habits.

This is because the medical doctors are still not able to find a cure for...

Animal protection organizations and Zoo's receive many numbers of cats because the owner's of cats or some of their family members fall allergic to cats. The following are considered as cat allergy symptoms watery eyes, itchy eyes, wheezing and running nose. Many people do not understand that these allergies can be controlled by cleaning the home regularly and bathing the cat daily.

Why This Allergy Happens?

Dander is the major cause of cat allergies. Danders are...

Other Names for Gluten

Gluten can be in items that include wheat or wheat by-products, but are not as easily recognized as "wheat". Gluten is also in rye, barley, spelt and other grains. The list below is not an absolute list, but the most commonly found on ingredient lists.

Please read your ingredients.If you or your child has a gluten intolerance or allergy, avoid the following:

*Aramanth(some celiac groups do not allow...

Hay fever is common type of rhinitis that occurs mostly during the seasons of spring and summer. Contrary to its name, Hay fever has little to do with hay or fever. Commonly known as Hay fever, seasonal allergic rhinitis is caused by airborne pollen and spores. This type of allergic rhinitis is caused when the body reacts adversely to allergens such as pollen, spores and weeds. As the amount of these allergens increases during the seasons of spring and summer, Hay fever is more frequent...

Natural home remedies for eczema can be a very good option for those who want to get relief to their annoying and painful eczema flare ups. Natural creams, ointments and supplements can have just as good effects on controlling inflammation, swelling and itching than any store bought and lab made alternative with the bonus that they do not have the same side effects. However, do home based natural remedies for eczema help you in the long term or are they just another way to alleviate the...