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Dermatitis
Dermatitis is a red and itching
inflammation of the skin and is a skin allergic reaction. It is
typically characterized by redness, itching, swelling and
blistering. Crusts and scales may form during the healing process.
Chronically, the outermost skin layer may appear thickened and the
skin may take on a leathery appearance. There are numerous types of
dermatitis, now we see some of the very common form of dermatitis,
their causes and symptoms.
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Nummular
dermatitis
This type of dermatitis is very common among older people who live
in dry climates, exposed to lot of sun. People who have dry skin
or bath with very hot water are also prone to this disorder. How
can we figure it out that it's a nummular dermatitis, well
symptoms are itchy, scaly, red and encrusted skin. Stress might be
also the cause of this skin infection.
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Seborrhetic dermatitis
It is a skin disorder commonly seen in AIDS patients. It is also
commonly seen in infants who have biotin shortage or in people who
have overproduction and blockage of oil glands. Symptoms can vary
from greasy skin, yellowish scales around eyebrows, scalp, and
nose or behind the ears. This disorder can also be caused by
stress.
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Stasis
dermatitis
Poor circulation of blood or some digestive problems can cause
this skin ailment. The symptoms are scaling and very oily skin.
Apart from this pus formation around the ankle and lower legs can
also be seen.
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Atopic
dermatitis, or eczema
Any skin disorder can be termed as dermatitis and eczema is one
that simply is a skin inflammation. Allergies, stress or a person
suffering from asthma can cause atopic dermatitis. Symptoms are
constant and acute itchiness. However, in early stages dry, itchy,
and red skin can form but later on it might also include crusty
scales or blisters that ooze fluid.
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Contact
dermatitis
This problem is seen as pink or red rashes on the skin that can
also be quite itching. As the name implies contact dermatitis,
YES, the causes of this skin disease include contact with some
shrubs like poison ivy, poison sumac, certain herbs, flowers,
fruits and vegetables that do not suits some people. Other factors
could be soaps, detergents, and some kind of fibers,
antiperspirants, or some cosmetic and skin-care products.
Aromatherapy for
Dermatitis
The question here arises, can
Aromatherapy really help to ward of this skin disorder, and the
answer is YES cause of essential oils, which have antiseptic and
astringent qualities.
Helpful oils such as Chamomile,
Lavender, Geranium, Tea Tree, Lemon, Myrrh, Cedarwood, Ylang Ylang
that also have qualities to protect dry skin and inflammations.
Light massaging, bathing, and some skin treatment can definitely
improve your body condition.
Tea tree oil and oil of lavender are
very beneficial for eczema. Mix one of these oils with carrier oil
and directly apply to skin, this will help to nourish and strengthen
blood vessels.
Massage is very helpful in relaxing
muscle and circulation of blood. This also reduces the stress.
Applying essential oil well mixed with
Calendula oil to the affected area is very effective and should be
massaged gently with circulation movements. One is to remember here,
never use essential oil alone, and always mix it with some carrier
oils.
Other Skin Related
Diseases:
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