E U R E K A – More and more I’m seeing eczema being recognized for the severity that it truly is. It’s not just a rash or patches of rough skin. It is life-altering for those that are diagnosed.
This Web MD article hits the nail on the head, or shall I say it scratches the surface of a complicated and often overlooked condition.
Here’s a briefing on the article that’s well worth the read –
- Symptoms of eczema such as itching, blisters, sores, and inflammation are continuously debilitating and filled with shame and misery
- Moderate to severe eczema patients are reluctant to engage in activities and socializing.
- THIS LEADS TO A DIMINISHED QUALITY OF LIFE
- For some, their quality of life is worse than those with chronic health issues
The more severe the atopic dermatitis [eczema], the worse the overall health, quality of life and life dissatisfaction,” said study author Dr. Jonathan Silverberg.
- 30 Million and counting suffer from some form of eczema (TOO MANY PEOPLE)
- The cause is still mysterious and there is no cure as of today
- Since every case of eczema is different, every treatment and approach will be too
- 600 people in the study revealed they are dissatisfied with their lives due to eczema
- In this poll, 18% avoided socializing – (they had mild eczema)
- 23% limited their activities (mild eczema)
- Those with moderate to severe had 40% increase to limiting activities
- In order to regain back control, you need to figure out the symptoms early on and/or seek attention early
- Many suffer in silence
- They are researching probiotics and the effects it may have on helping treat eczema