The word Eczema comes from the Greek word “ekzein” which means “boil out” as Eczema often begins as small blisters or hives, as if the skin is bubbling or boiling out from inside.

Inflammation of the epidermis of the skin develops into a skin rash.

Also know as Dermatitis, Eczema is incredibly common, some sources say that half the British population will have it at one time or another.  It often develops as baby Eczema which frequently diminishes  but may continue to adulthood. 

It is generally considered that there is no cure for Eczema. See pages 23 - 27 my Ebook Solve Eczema Naturally for more information about Eczema cures.

Is this definitely Eczema?

Eczema is often diagnosed by a general practitioner, not a dermatologist and there are other conditions which look similar or give the same symptoms but need different treatment. These are just a few which can be mistaken for Eczema. If in doubt go back to your doctor and ask to see a dermatologist.

Ringworm (also called serpigo) is characterized by a reddish to brownish raised or bumpy patch of skin that may be lighter in the center, giving the appearance of a “ring.” It can be anywhere on the body. Depending on its location, it is also known as tinea pedis or "athlete's foot" when on the feet, tinea cruris or "jock itch" when on the groin area. On the body it is known as tinea corporis or ringworm, or tinea capitis when on the scalp. Ringworm is not caused by a worm but by parasitic fungi.

Scabies has been mistaken for Eczema. Scabies is a tiny, highly contagious skin infection where a tiny mite, Sarcoptes scabiei burrows into the skin. There is intense itchy skin and the skin can become infected. An outbreak doesn’t respond to treatment normal Eczema treatment. See picture of scabies here. 

Dermatitis herpetiformis  Gluten sensitivity/celiac disease causes this and the symptoms can often be misdiagnosed as Eczema.

To find out more in-depth information about what Eczema really is, I highly recommend you download our ebook Solve Eczema Naturally and read Chapters 1 - 3. 

You can get my ebook here.

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