Eczema and Skin Conditions
Eczema can cause real misery both to you if you are the sufferer or to parents of children who suffer from eczema. It causes very itchy skin that can be painful and unsightly making you feel self conscious and unattractive. Often it is particularly bad at night and the itching may disturb your sleep. It can be difficult to know where to start with eczema as there are many things that can trigger it or aggravate the condition once you have it.
Often people with eczema think they just have to live with it not realising that there are underlying causes that can be dealt with. Some people do grow out of it as they get older but may be left with very dry and sensitive skin. In cases of mild eczema you may find it just an inconvenience and be frustrated that other people do not show concern. You may have been prescribed steroid creams which may cause problems with long term use.