Dry eczema on the hands. Treatment, photo, ointments, folk remedies, causes, disease stage

Skin diseases are various etiologies, ranging from allergies and finishing with serious problems in internal organs function. Dry eczema - a skin disease, which appears as a result of dryness, irritation, and painful cracks. Often pathology occurs on the hands, but at least - on the feet. Treatment long state, the disease can recur.

Causes of dry eczema on the hands

Dry eczema on the hands (treatment involves the use of drugs) does not occur due to one cause. That is due to the emergence of a complex of factors. Causes of divided into exogenous (external) and endogenous (internal).

In the first category are:

• dry air - especially this factor appears in the winter season;
• temperature differences;
• effect on the skin of harmful substances - there is at work on the chemical industry;
• regular and prolonged skin contact with water;
• the use of cosmetics;
• Clothing made of synthetic fabrics.

Endogenous factors:

• Gastrointestinal diseases and endocrine systems;
• heredity;
• penetration helminths;
• mental disorders - long experience;
• Infectious disease - an inflammatory process in the body;
• a weakened immune system;
• sweating.

symptoms

Dry eczema may be distinguished from ordinary. Condition occurs without reveals vesicles (bubbles) and wet skin.

The main symptoms of dry eczema:

• dry skin;
• redness of the skin;
• cracks;
• feeling of tightness;
• ulcers;
• constant itching;
• inflammation;
• blisters;
• burning (rare).

If there is no treatment, the skin will crack, but already causing pain. If the cracks are deep, out of which the liquid is released. In case ichor output increases the likelihood of penetration of pathogens. As a result, there are festering sores.

disease progression stage

The disease is divided into several stages:

1. I - initial, similar to a simple annoyance. There is dryness and redness. Additionally, you may experience a burning sensation and itching.
2. II - the skin is damaged more, there are bright - red rashes, which are growing. But there is no discharge from the wound, so called dry eczema. There is intense itching, the patient is constantly scratching the skin. At this stage, there is a high probability of infection.
3. III - forming a plurality of cracks, that look like cracked porcelain. If you do not see a doctor, the skin will crack even stronger and deeper. In the final stage of wound fluid out. When the zones will dry up, into a red cake.

The contagiousness of eczema on the hands, the transmission path

Dry eczema in most cases, is not contagious. Despite the fact that the disease is inherited, infected by a sick person wearing clothes, it is impossible. But if the patient became infected, then he may refer the pathology someone - something, but the probability is low.

Infection happens in humans with weakened immune systems, but if the immune system is normal, the body responds quickly to an invasion. If the patient sees at the signs of inflammation, it is not eczema, and lesions of the skin, so you need to use drugs to cope with the symptoms.

Dry eczema is not transmitted through shaking or by close contact with an infected. Therefore, do not avoid the person. Many compare with eczema and scabies think that the disease is transmitted by the swimming pool, the sauna, the beach, that is, any public places. This is not true, so you can not get infected with eczema. The disease is not transmitted through sexual contact.

Complications and consequences

Thanks to the timely treatment to the doctor can reduce the risk of complications, as well as to quickly deal with eczema. After the disease may have different effects.

Namely:

• The development of infection. Eczema may occur with the infectious process. Together with cracks in the skin there are purulent inflammation. The patient's body temperature increases, there is a fever of strong character.

  

• erythroderma - inflammation, which extends not only to the affected limb, but also throughout the body. This condition is the most dangerous of all the complications of dry eczema. Therapy is conducted in a hospital environment.
• Aesthetic defects. When untimely treatment irregularities may be formed on the skin. Some people do not pay attention to it. But, if the defects cause psychological discomfort, it is recommended to see a psychologist, dermatologist, cosmetic surgeon.

If your doctor correctly diagnose and prescribe the existing therapy, the prognosis is favorable. But dry eczema can be repeated, if properly care for the skin. Therefore, the patient should be careful attention to skin.

treatment concept

The scheme of treatment may be different, so if you suspect dry eczema need to consult a dermatologist. The treatment is prescribed individually and varies depending on the stage of the disease. Not all drugs are equally helpful in different situations.

The most frequently used complex treatment:

• medicines for internal use;
• reception vitamin complexes;
• external medicines - ointments, gels;
• proper nutrition;
• personal hygiene;
• applying cosmetics.

General drug therapy

Dry eczema on the hands (treatment consists in carrying out medical treatment) - a disease in which the need to take drugs. Popular tools are listed in the table.

Drug Group	preparations	Act
antibacterial	Ciprofloxacin, amoxicillin, Tsiprolot, Amoxiclav	Help to cope with bacteria
antiallergic	Zyrtec, Zodak, Aerius	Means reduce itching, inflammation
Analgesics and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)	Analgin, Parametamol, Nurofen, Ibuprofen, Ketorol, Nise	Medicines reduce pain, inflammation, swelling
sedatives	Motherwort, Valerian, Novo - Pass Afobazol	Possess sedative effect
sorbents	Smecta, Polisorb, Enterosgel	eliminate toxins
antifungal	Flucostat, Fluconazole, clotrimazole	Help to cope with the fungus
immunomodulators	Immunal, Imudon	Drugs are used with reduced immunity

In rare cases, prescribe corticosteroid group. But they are dangerous because they weaken the immune system. If you use the funds for a long time, the process may be irreversible. The physician's discretion allowing changes in the list of drugs.

vitamin

Dry eczema on the hands (treatment involves dieting) - a condition in which the treatment is necessary to take vitamin complexes. The body needs nutrients, so using the funds to accelerate the healing process.

Lack of vitamins and eczema - a 2 interrelated concepts. According to doctors, dermatitis may develop with a lack of nutrients. Therefore, it is likely that dry eczema appeared due to vitamin deficiency. The drugstore chain has a large number of vitamin complexes.

Most Popular:

• Supradin.
• Complivit.
• Aevit.
• Centrum.
• Vitrum.
• Alphabet.
• Multi - Tubbs.

local therapy

Topical therapy with dry eczema provides the use of ointments, gels, solutions. The form of the drug and the name chosen individually taking into account the characteristics of the organism, stage of the disease. Due to local therapy can speed recovery. Popular preparations for external application are listed in the table.

drug Name	release Form	Mode of application	The average cost (in rubles).
Dermoveyt	Cream and ointment	Apply to affected area 1 - 2 times a day until improvement. Duration of treatment - no more than 4 weeks	470
sinaflana	Liniment	Pre skin wiped with an antiseptic solution (Miramistin, Chlorhexidine). The drug is applied to 2 - 4 times per day. Duration of treatment - from 5 to 10 days. If necessary, treatment can be extended to 25 days	50
Diprosalik	Ointment	Apply 2 times a day - morning and before bedtime	550 – 650
flutsinar	Ointment and gel	Apply 1 - 2 times a day. Duration of therapy should not be more than 14 days	280
Elokim	Cream, ointment, lotion	The cream and ointment apply a thin layer 1 once a day. Dosing lotion - a few drops on affected area. Dosage - 1 times per day. After application, the tool must rub gently until the liquid away from the skin surface	60
triderm	Cream and ointment	Apply thinly on the affected area 2 times a day. Better in the morning and before bedtime. Duration of therapy should not be more than 4 weeks	600
Advantan	Cream. Ointment. Oily ointment. Emulsion	The drug is applied 1 time per day on the skin. Duration of therapy should not exceed 2.5 months (for all forms of release, except for the emulsion). Advantan in emulsion form is used up to 14 days	500

Diet

Dry eczema on the hands - a condition in which the treatment you need to follow a proper diet. It is essential that people follow a diet all the time.

Power Principles:

• Eating small portions (200 - 300 g) of 5 - 6 times a day at intervals of 3 - 4 hr.
• Exclude sweet, flour, salty. Also not recommended to eat fried, smoked.
• Cook for a couple, boil or bake in the oven.
• Eat low-fat dairy products, meat (turkey, chicken) and fish (hake).
• Add in the diet of fruits and vegetables.

When a diet is necessary to pay attention to drinking regime. The amount of pure water should not be less than 1.5 liters per day. It is recommended to eliminate soda, coffee and tea brewing strong.

Hygiene

For the treatment of dry eczema need to practice good hygiene.

Namely:

• Daily hygiene of the lower extremities;
• carefully wipe the feet and hands after washing;
• change socks every day;
• buy clothes made of natural fabrics;
• wash hands before eating, after using the toilet and streets;
• wear shoes made of breathable materials;
• hand wash use a mild soap;
• linen ironing.

Cosmetics

To speed up the healing is recommended to care cosmetics. That is, buy a cream with moisturizing and nourishing properties. The application must be after washing your hands. Treat feet need as necessary. The media should be a natural part, so as not to cause allergies.You should avoid funds with alcohol, dyes and perfumes.

Features of treatment in pregnancy

Dry eczema on the hands (treatment involves the use of drugs) happens during pregnancy. The main cause of - heredity. A state also occurs due to gastrointestinal and liver diseases, disorders of metabolism.

If you suspect a dry eczema, pregnant need to see a gynecologist and dermatologist. Treatment has its own characteristics. Dry eczema therapy during pregnancy provides for the use of external medication, diet, the use of caregiver resources.

Treatment is adjusted individually. The fact that not all drugs can be used during pregnancy. If the benefits of the application exceeds the harm to the fetus, a specialist prescribers. Most often prescribe Afloderm, Bepanten, ihtiolovaya ointment.

It must be remembered that by itself dry eczema does not harm the fetus. Adversely affect medicines that are matched incorrectly.

As complications after dry eczema during pregnancy, the infection can occur. In this case, therapy will be long and complex, with the use of antibacterial agents. Therefore, the earlier a woman to see a specialist, the more easily treated condition.

relapse prevention

After getting rid of dry eczema need to take all measures to prevent the repeat state.

To do this, follow these rules:

• avoid contact with skin irritants - detergents, household chemicals;
• adhere to medical recommendations;
• do not forget about proper nutrition, take care cosmetics;
• wear gloves when performing any work on the house;
• select caring means based on the type of skin;
• avoid frequent contact with water;
• timely cure all diseases;
• annually held a full examination of the body;
• sleep at least 8 - 9 hours a day.

Folk remedies

Folk remedies are of vegetable origin and compared with drugs, reduced likelihood of side effects. The method can be used in conjunction with medication, diet, takes care cosmetics. That is, treatment should be complex. Then folk remedies will be able to accelerate the healing.

Potatoes

To prepare fresh potatoes need to be finely grate. Place the food in a cheesecloth and squeeze. Should get the juice, which is applied to the cloth and apply to the affected area. Duration of use - 15 min. Potatoes need to apply 3 times a day.

Pomace can be used to treat dry eczema. You need to put it in cheesecloth and apply as a compress on the affected area. Rate - from 3 to 4 times a day.

Vegetable oils

You can buy any vegetable oil. Best sea buckthorn, since it has a healing effect. But you can use olive oil, sunflower.

There are the following recipes with oil:

• You need to mix 3 tbsp vegetable oil, 1 tbsp soda. Add 1 liter of warm water. Stir until then, until you get a mixture similar to the emulsion. Put your hands in a bowl for 15 minutes.
• Mark 0.3 liters of sunflower oil and 1 tablespoon chamomile. Leave on for 10 days in a dark place. Filtered, applied to the affected area 2 - 3 times a day.
• Mix olive oil and chamomile in the ratio 1: 1. Soak a cotton ball with a mixture, rub the affected skin surface.

herbs

As the folk remedies of dry eczema can be prepared by collecting herbs. To do this, take chamomile, sage and calendula in equal numbers. For example, 1 tablespoon Next, add the mixture into 0.2 liters of hot water. Cool, filter. Soaked gauze and apply to the affected area. To seize the effect, you can make this recipe before going to bed, as well as to wear gloves over compress.

Ointment from spruce turpentine

On sale there Turpentine ointment, but it is possible to prepare yourself.

Components:

• Pine sap - 100 g;
• Beeswax - 100 g;
• olive oil - 200 g;
• honey - 2 tbsp .;
• propolis - 2 Years

If there are no spruce turpentine, may be replaced at any softwood. Preparation does not take a long time.

First you need to take all the ingredients, except honey and propolis, put them in a container. Put in a water bath, wait for the dissolution (10 min.).

Add honey and cook the mixture for 12 minutes.

Propolis put into the container, put in a water bath for another 10 minutes. The ointment should be homogeneous, without unnecessary inclusions (particles). The mixture was cooled and placed in any convenient container. The ointment is applied to the damaged surface of 2 - 3 times a day.

Medicine from viburnum

To prepare to take a 50 g viburnum berries, add the crushed leaves of viburnum and currant. The mixture of sugar and 1 liter of hot water and leave for 30 min. Soak gauze bandage applied to the affected area for 30 minutes. Repeat the procedure 3 - 4 times a day.

There is another way of cooking. It is necessary to smear the pulp from the fresh berries of Viburnum on the affected area. You can make a bandage before going to bed.

Baths with carrot juice

First you need to prepare an infusion of sage. For this to take 50 g of chopped grass plants, add 0.5 liters of hot water. Leave on for 60 minutes. To prepare to take 50 grams of carrot juice and add to the infusion.

Put your hands into the container with the mixture and keeping them 15 - 20 min. After the procedure, the fingers must be lubricated with oil or cream oily texture. Duration of application - 14 days. Next, make a break of 7 days. If necessary, repeat the recipe.

Medicine from buckwheat flour

Buckwheat need to grind or buy in the store the same name of the flour. The product should be diluted with water to a state of pulp. Means to rub 1 - 2 times a day.

treatment of clay

For the treatment of dry eczema is considered an effective clay. You have to buy a blue or white clay, dilute water to a state similar to sour cream. To improve the effect of the addition is allowed birch tar (1 - 2 drops). Apply gruel on the affected area, wait for drying.

After diagnosing dry eczema need to start treatment. Therapy should last as long as the symptoms disappear. Treatment only appointed doctor, as your own people will not be able to find the right medicine. Dry eczema on the hands - a condition that brings a person discomfort. To avoid complications, must be timely treatment.

Registration of the article: Mila Friedan

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