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terrible itching and skin peeling
by ikudeti, Apr 29, 2006 12:00AM
hey docs n docs to be,
my dad is very ill. he has this terrible itch that he cant help but scratch, and his skin is also peeling seriously. i dnt have any idea as to what it is. he's known to be a clean person with very good hygiene. i dnt live with him so i cant tell much about his symptoms save for the itching, peeling and maybe weakness cos he cant go out. this is not the first of this ailment, he's had it b4 but it subsided only to return now. like i said i dnt stay with him so i'm not sure abt anything else including his eating habits. he's aged between 60-65.
my dad is very ill. he has this terrible itch that he cant help but scratch, and his skin is also peeling seriously. i dnt have any idea as to what it is. he's known to be a clean person with very good hygiene. i dnt live with him so i cant tell much about his symptoms save for the itching, peeling and maybe weakness cos he cant go out. this is not the first of this ailment, he's had it b4 but it subsided only to return now. like i said i dnt stay with him so i'm not sure abt anything else including his eating habits. he's aged between 60-65.
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'Anti-itch drugs, often antihistamine, may reduce the itch during a flare up of eczema, and the reduced scratching in turn reduces damage and irritation to the skin.
They do not cure eczema, but are highly effective in controlling or suppressing symptoms in most cases.
For mild-moderate eczema a weak steroid may be used (e.g. hydrocortisone or desonide), whilst more severe cases require a higher-potency steroid (e.g. clobetasol propionate, fluocinonide).
Eczema can be exacerbated by dryness of the skin. Moisturizing is one of the most important self-care treatments for sufferers of eczema. Keeping the affected area moistened can promote skin healing and relief of symptoms.
Light therapy using ultraviolet light can help control eczema. UVA is mostly used, but UVB and Narrow Band UVB are also used. Ultraviolet light exposure carries its own risks, particularly eventual skin cancer from exposure.
The first and primary recommendation is that people suffering from eczema shouldn't use detergents of any kind on their skin unless absolutely necessary.
Dermatological recommendations in choosing a soap generally include:[citation needed]
* Avoid harsh detergents or drying soaps
* Choose a soap that has an oil or fat base; a "superfatted" goat milk soap is best
* Use an unscented soap
* Patch test your soap choice, by using it only on a small area until you are sure of its results
* Use a non-soap based cleanser
* Use plain yogurt instead of soap'
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eczema
Let us know if you need any further information.
Post us about how he is doing and what the skin specialist advises.
Regards.