Wednesday, May 6, 2009

Eczema and Scratching

It is easy to fall into scratching the eczema rash. Do NOT do this! It can lead to impetigo or to future problems . There are many bacterial infections that can be problematical and to complicate an already existing rash will make healing the skin difficult.

What can you do when your skin is itchy?

1) Use cold compresses

2) Take benadryl at night and claritin during day

3) Take an oatmeal bath

4) Moisturize with olive oil, coconut oil or neem oil

5) Practice slow breathing as this reduces the itching problem

Read more at Itchy Skin Rash

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