Top 5 Eczema Causes and Symptoms 

Eczema is a chronic skin inflammation that can present itself in a few different ways. For example, eczema on face and eczema on hands can have very different symptoms. But most commonly, it appears red, with raised blisters containing a clear fluid. And it is almost always very itchy.

An in-depth understanding of eczema types, eczema causes, and symptoms is given below.

Eczema Types

Broadly speaking, there are different eczema types. Each type is discussed below.

Atopic Eczema

Atopic eczema or atopic dermatitis is a very common type of eczema. People with atopic eczema usually have a family history of the disease, asthma, and/or hay fever. Atopic eczema can start at any age but usually during childhood.

Contact Dermatitis

Contact dermatitis occurs when the skin comes into contact with irritants or allergens. This can result in redness, inflammation, itchiness, and pain.

Nummular Eczema

Also known as discoid eczema, this type causes coin-shaped red marks on the skin.

Seborrheic Eczema

Commonly known as dandruff, it affects the scalp in infants and children. In adults, they can appear in the area around the nose, ears, eyebrows, and groin.

Neurodermatitis

This eczema type occurs in areas most prone to itching, like the back of the neck, scalp, genitals, ears, etc.

Stasis Dermatitis

Sometimes the veins in the lower legs cannot return blood to the heart. This condition can give rise to stasis eczema that results in swelling.

Important Eczema Causes

The main causes of eczema boil down to important factors.

1. Sensitivity to Foods

With food sensitivities, the body develops immunity to certain foods. Food allergies can cause immediate and severe reactions. But food sensitivities are fairly mild and can take up to 72 hours to present. If a person's flare-ups are triggered after eating certain foods, it might be possible that they are sensitive to those. While food sensitivities are not as severe as food allergies, they can still lead to inflammation and trigger eczema.

2. A Leaky Gut

Intestinal permeability, more commonly known as "leaky gut," occurs when the junctions in the small intestine open up. This allows toxins, food particles, bacteria, and viruses to escape into the bloodstream. The immune system rejects them as foreign bodies leading to a spike in inflammation, which can cause an eczema flare-up.

3. Infections in the Gut

Candida and SIBO are two common gut infections that can cause eczema. Candida is a major cause of eczema because the yeast can colonize the skin through a permeable gut.

4. Nutrition Deficiencies

Vitamin D supplements are often prescribed for eczema treatment as their deficiency has been linked to eczema causes. Lower Vitamin A levels, which aid in repairing skin cells, can cause eczema symptoms.

5. Environmental Factors

Exposure to chemicals and other everyday items can also cause eczema. Some of the most common triggers include:

• Mold

• Soaps and detergents

• Household cleaners

• Chemicals found in lotions and shampoos

• Scented candles and perfumes

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Top Eczema Symptoms

The symptoms of eczema can differ from children to adults.

Eczema Symptoms in Children

Eczema may look different depending on the age of the sufferer. Babies six months and younger will have atopic eczema that looks red and a little wet or oozy. For children with dark skin, eczema may cause changes in skin pigmentation or color that look purple or gray.

Additionally, the skin may be very itchy. In babies 6 to 12 months old, eczema typically forms on areas of the body that babies use for crawling. It can look red and inflamed. If infected, it may have a yellow crust on it.

Children over five may develop eczema, which appears as a red and itchy rash or goosebumps. The bumps may also look thicker; on dark skin, eczema may be hyperpigmented.

Eczema Symptoms in Adults

In adults, the symptoms of eczema may include:

• Itchy and dry skin

• Discolored and/or inflamed skin

• Swelling

• Oozing or crusting of the skin

• Pigmentation

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No matter the symptoms or eczema causes, a timely diagnosis can help with eczema treatment. For more such articles on health, follow the Mylo Family blog.

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