Eczema - Round Rock,TX

I am looking for someone in the Austin area that can help with alternative treatments or cures for eczema. I have had it since i was a baby I get it on my face and buttocks and back of thighs for the last couple of years and I am just tired of the sores that are dry and itch, and all that jazz. I have been using topical steroids and I don't want to have to start using an even stronger one now. I have read a few times of people that help figure out what triggers the inflammation in the first place. I have been to dermatologists and always the same use none irritating soap and cream. It doesn't work. I have been allergy tested and they don't think it's food allergies. I just would like to have none irritated skin.

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N.R. answers from Austin on March 05, 2009

My daughter has the same issues, her eczema is horrible. Have you tried Vani Cream? Non-perscription, but the pharamacist has to order it for you. It has made a difference in her skin. Cetaphil and cortizone are the only other things we use with her...the derm told us that eczema is a presentation of an allergy to something. Maybe switching to free and clear everything would help as well. Good luck!

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S.S. answers from Austin on March 05, 2009

Check out www.yourhealingdiet.com. Deirdre Earls cured herself of psoriasis through changing her diet and lifestyle. She has a book out that is also very helpful. She also offers a once-a-month free class at Whole Foods on using food as medicine.

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L.B. answers from Austin on March 05, 2009

I buy my daughter Coritizone. It clears her eczema up.

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J.G. answers from Dallas on March 05, 2009

Hi M.! I have had excema since I was a child. It went away for 14 years after having my first son, but has now come back (strange). I found that mine worsens when I am nervous or have a lot of anxiety. As far as food, I can eat anything, but I avoid cutting acidic vegetables and fruits- that always seemed to trigger it too.

My suggestions would be trying some relaxation methods, like Yoga or meditation. Also stay away from cutting veggies like potatos and tomatos. I know not much help, but I haven't found anything that helps either after many visits to dermatologists.

Good luck!

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