Tag: skin disease

An Ancient Decoction Heals Skin Diseases

Eczema is a common inflammatory skin condition, sometimes beginning during childhood, that causes itchiness, dry skin, rashes, scaly patches, blisters, and skin infections. In the following case, a 49-year-old male, who worked in scientific research for the U.S. government, suffered from chronic eczema and suffered long-term itchy skin on his arms, back, and legs. Eczema is…


Study Finds Link Between Common Chemicals and Inflammatory Skin Disease

A new government study has found an association between diisocyanates, a class of widely used chemicals, and eczema, a chronic inflammatory skin disease. People affected by eczema experience severe itching, skin redness, oozing from the skin, and scaly rashes, according to the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID). These symptoms can be painful,…


How Does Stress Affect Skin?

How Does Stress Affect Skin? Are you experiencing persistent skin issues despite all the fancy skincare? It might just be time to start managing your stress. Science shows that stress affects the skin by either manifesting or exacerbating a skin condition. Why and what you can do about it? When Does Stress Get Under the…