Know More About Eczema And Treatment Options- Expert Guide

 

Eczema is a common inflammatory skin condition medically known as atopic dermatitis. The concern can affect any part of the body but usually affects the arms, inner elbows, backs of the knees, and head. It is not a contagious condition and, in some cases, becomes less severe with age. 

Dr. Rajat Kandhari, a dermatologist at Dr. Kandhari's Skin and Dental Clinic, the Best Skin Specialist Clinic in Delhi, shares, 'Eczema is defined as itchy, dry, rough, chapped, flakey, inflamed, and irritated skin. Other symptoms may include severe itching, red or brownish-gray patches, small, raised bumps that ooze fluid when scratched, crumbly patches of dried yellowish ooze, which can signal secondary infection, and also causes thickened and scaly skin". Hence, this condition must be addressed immediately with the help of a skin doctor.

What Causes Eczema?

Eczema is considered to be triggered by an overactive immune system that responds aggressively when exposed to irritants. Frequent triggers of eczema flare-ups include chemicals found in cleaners and detergents that dry out the skin, synthetic fabrics, raised body temperature, sweating, temperature changes, sudden drops in humidity, stress, food allergies, and upper respiratory infections.

Types of Eczema:

1. Atopic eczema: Atopic eczema is most commonly seen in children and is also related to allergic asthma. It is characterized by a red, itchy, and sometimes weepy rash. It is a chronic condition that can flare up badly and may also become infected.

2. Seborrhoeic eczema: Seborrhoeic eczema is mainly caused by a naturally occurring yeast, Malassezia, on the skin. On the scalp, seborrhoeic eczema signs include redness, scaling, or dandruff.

3. Contact allergic eczema: Contact allergic eczema is caused by an allergic reaction to a chemical that comes into contact with the skin. The most common cause of these allergies is skin contact with metals like nickel, fragrant perfumes, chemical preservatives in cosmetic products, and medications. 

4. Discoid eczema: Discoid eczema is caused by chronic stress and a reaction to staphylococci bacterial antigen, which is common in adults. It causes very itchy and weepy patches of inflamed skin and affects the entire body.

5. Asteotic eczema: Asteotic eczema is most common in elderly patients with dry skin and a tendency to chap. It is distinguished by superficial red cracks and dry skin.

6. Varicose eczema: Varicose eczema primarily affects the lower legs. It is caused by low blood circulation and leakiness of some of the valves in the lower leg veins.

Dr. Rajat Kandhari is an expert skin doctor in Delhi, and he offers the best eczema treatment using the most advanced approaches. Read on to learn more about the treatment options and lifestyle modifications that help manage eczema.

Treatment For Eczema:

Topical corticosteroidTopical corticosteroids are anti-inflammatory medications that should alleviate

eczema symptoms such as inflammation and itchiness. Cortisone creams and ointments can help to get rid of

itching and scaling. Low-power steroids like hydrocortisone are available without a prescription.

When the skin is less able to protect against irritants and allergens, eczema occurs. Dry, scaly, rough, irritated skin, redness, and itching are some of the common

symptoms of eczema. 

Eczema can be caused by a combination of factors such as dry skin, genes,

and an immune system problem. Corticosteroid solutions, gels,

creams, and ointments made with hydrocortisone steroids can relieve itching and

help reduce inflammation.

Oral medicationsOral medications like systemic corticosteroids or immunosuppressants are prescribed.

Immunosuppressants are suggested medications that prevent the immune system from overreacting.

This prevents flare-ups of eczema.

Antibiotics: If eczema occurs alongside a bacterial skin infection, doctors prescribe antibiotics.

Antihistamines:

Oral over-the-counter (OTC) antihistamines may relieve itching.

They work by inhibiting histamine, which is the trigger of allergic reactions. 

Topical calcineurin inhibitorTopical calcineurin inhibitors suppress immune system activity.

It helps in relieving inflammation and preventing flares.

Emollients:The emollient acts as a barrier and provides much-needed moisture to the skin,

calming the red, itchy skin. Emollients are available as lotions, ointments, and creams.

PhototherapyPhototherapy, or light therapy, uses ultraviolet light or sunlamps to help prevent immune system responses that trigger eczema.

This procedure can manage moderate dermatitis. A doctor will monitor the skin closely during the treatment.

It needs a sequence of treatments and can help diminish or clear up eczema.

Lifestyle Modifications For Managing Eczema:

Lifestyle modifications such as reducing stress and improving sleep can reduce the possibility of an eczema flare-up.

Avoid annoyances like rough fabrics, harsh soaps, and detergents.

Cool weather can also dry out the skin and activate flare-ups. People with atopic dermatitis must avoid scratching.

To prevent damaging the skin, it can help to rub instead of scratching the areas that are itchy.

Since dry skin can trigger an eczema flare-up, a dermatologist recommends an ointment or cream-based moisturizer that will help soothe the skin.

Steps That Help In Managing Eczema Symptoms To Reduce Skin Irritation Are:

• Avoid scratching the skin. This can make the irritation from atopic dermatitis substandard.

• Wear loose-fitting, cotton-blend clothes that allow air to pass freely to the skin and are the most comfortable for those with atopic dermatitis.

• After bathing or taking a shower, gently pat the skin dry with a towel rather than rubbing the skin.

• Keep fingernails short and smooth to help prevent damage as a consequence of scratching.

• Leftover chlorine or bromine on the skin after swimming in a pool may be annoying.

• After swimming, take a quick shower or bath immediately,

• washing with a mild cleanser all over the entire body, and then putting on an appropriate moisturizer on eczema-affected areas.  

If one is experiencing the symptoms of eczema, they can get this skin concern managed with the advanced treatment options offered by

Dr. Rajat Kandhari at Best Skin Specialist Clinic in Delhi.

Skin Pigmentation Advanced Treatment Solutions-Dr. Kandhari’s Skin and Dental Clinic

 Looking for the best options to get healthy pigmentation free skin? Opt now for advanced cosmetic treatments at Dr. Kandhari’s Skin and Dental Clinic to get spotless and radiant skin provided by Best Skin Specialist Doctor in Delhi, Dr. Rajat Kandhari.

Skin pigmentation refers to the uneven coloring of the skin in spots or patches. Skin discoloration includes either darkening of the skin (hyperpigmentation) due to excess melanin or lightening of the skin (hypopigmentation) because of less melanin production in the skin. 

However, generally, skin pigmentation is termed as hyperpigmentation of the body or of the face either as generalized darkening or as dark patchy spots. The various culprits for excessive pigmentation of the skin include sun exposure, pregnancy hormones, previous skin injury or inflammation, aging, laser therapy, chemotherapy medicine, antibiotics, birth control, and certain medical conditions like Addison’s disease. 

Skin pigmentation is a harmless skin concern that results in an unpleasant appearance. People with pigmentation issues wish to get flawless-looking skin. Thankfully, there are many ways to erase the dark patches from the skin. 

Here are the most-recommended, advanced treatments for pigmentation offered by Best Skin Specialist Doctor in Delhi, Dr. Rajat Kandhari at Dr. Kandhari’s Skin and Dental Clinic: 

• Laser Skin Resurfacing- This treatment works most effectively on dark spots caused by acne on the face. It is based on the principle of selective photo-thermolysis. The procedure involves focussing on short pulses of laser light onto the targeted pigmented spots/patches with the help of a medical-grade laser device. There are two kinds of lasers: ablative (intensive) lasers that harm the skin surface and remove the damaged skin cells and non-ablative (less intense) that heats the skin dermis to encourage collagen growth and skin tightening effects without harming the superficial skin. The laser generates heat which gets transferred to deeper layers of the skin, destroys the pigmentation particles (excess melanin) on its way, and internally heals the skin by growing new skin cells. The results of laser treatment are visible in 1-2 weeks and last longer than other alternative cosmetic treatments. However, multiple laser sessions are required to achieve desired results. 

     

• Chemical Peel- In this treatment, the dermatologist applies acidic solutions on the skin to remove the outer damaged layers containing dark pigmented spots and heal the skin cells to reveal a new, refreshing, healthier skin. Depending upon the severity of pigmentation, the strength of the chemical peel (light, medium, or deep) is chosen by the skin expert. This further decides the effectiveness of the treatment. The superficial or less-intensive peels include alpha-hydroxy acids such as glycolic acid, medium peels include beta-hydroxy acids like salicylic acid, and deep peels include high-strength of trichloroacetic acid. If using superficial or medium peels, repeated sessions are needed to get significant results. However, it is necessary to avoid sunlight or UV exposure post chemical peel treatment.  

• Microneedling-  This is a non-invasive treatment where the skin experts carefully pierce the pigmented areas of the skin with multiple ultra-thin needles. As the doctor punctures the skin and creates micro-injuries, the body interprets them as wounds and provides a natural wound healing response. The natural growth factors, collagen, and elastin rush to the injured area for skin repair and regrowth of skin and tissue. Thus, it does a tremendous job of fading or reversing the darkening of the skin because of collagen growth induction. 

   

• Carbon Laser Peel- In this treatment, the licensed dermatologist applies a charcoal mask (activated liquid carbon) over the entire pigmented areas of the cleansed skin to absorb all the dead skin cells, dirt, and grime that clogs the pores. Next, a 1064nm laser is applied over the dried mask to peel off the mask along with its absorbed materials. This is a skin resurfacing procedure known to even out the skin tone and improve overall skin appearance in less time. It helps reduce hyperpigmentation and provides instant glowing skin without causing pain or requiring downtime.   

To reap the benefits of cutting-edge skin pigmentation removal treatments, schedule a consultation with Dr. Rajat Kandhari, the best dermatologist in Delhi, at Dr. Kandhari's Skin and Dental Clinic.