Eczema?

Okay...tuesday night for all WoW-ers is a boring night. Why? Becuz it's MAINTENANCE!

Enough of complains, been reading up on net. Anything... news, music, blogs and wateva. And i came across an old website i used to go almost everyday. In the past, i used to have very serious skin problems. Yes if u know me for more than 2 years, u seen all sorts of images i presented. Everytime... people will ask me "ohh wat happened to ur skin...blah blah blah." Yes im sick of answering all these questions. Im glad that im fine now, thou its getting abit itchy and red recently but the condition is alot better than a year back.

Now... if u are curious, im suffering from Eczema in general. To be chim abit its called atopic dermatitis. If you wanna know more, please read on. I had copied some info from the National Eczema Society.

What is Eczema?
Eczema, or dermatitis as it is sometimes called, is a group of skin conditions which can affect all age groups. In the United Kingdom, up to one fifth of all children of school age have eczema, along with about one in twelve of the adult population. The severity of the disease can vary. In mild forms the skin is dry, hot and itchy, whilst in more severe forms the skin can become broken, raw and bleeding. Although it can sometimes look unpleasant, eczema is not contagious. With treatment the inflammation of eczema can be reduced, though the skin will always be sensitive to flare-ups and need extra care.

What causes Eczema?
The causes of eczema are many and varied, and depend on the particular type of eczema that a person has. Atopic eczema is thought to be a hereditary condition, being genetically linked. It is proposed that people with atopic eczema are sensitive to allergens in the environment which are harmless to others. In atopy there is an excessive reaction by the immune system producing inflamed, irritated and sore skin. Associated atopic conditions include asthma and hayfever. Other types of eczema are caused by irritants such as chemicals and detergents, allergens such as nickel, and yeast growths. In later years eczema can be caused by a blood circulatory problems in the legs. The causes of certain types of eczema remain to be explained, though links with environmental factors and stress are being explored.

Is there a cure for Eczema?
There is currently no cure for eczema though research continues to shed new light on the condition. However, there are many ways to minimise the discomfort and distress which eczema can bring, the foundation of which is an effective skin care routine. A wide range of treatments is available, either over the counter at the pharmacy, or on prescription from a doctor. Many complementary therapies are available, which some people find helpful. In addition, there are ways of minimising environmental allergens commonly found in the home.

Thats about the general info. Hmm...i smell dinner, be back soon. I know i will blog again sometime later tonight. Ahhh its so bored.... Tmr is wed again, mambo jumbo! LoL!