Neurodermatitis
General characteristics of the disease
Neurodermatitis is a neurogenic-allergic skin disease. For the first time the term itself was applied in 1891, then under the disease was meant scratching the surface of the skin due to primary itching. This disease occupies a significant place among the population in terms of the incidence of skin diseases, and accounts for approximately 40%. Neurodermatitis on the hands is most often found in children, and with the onset of puberty, it often disappears by itself (in the absence of other diseases).
Since children are most susceptible to this ailment, parents should carefully monitor the child's skin, and when the first signs appear, start urgent treatment, because the consequences can be completely unfavorable. There is a high likelihood of seals, changes in the relief of the skin, as well as infectious diseases of serious types. The main preventive measures of neurodermatitis for adults is the "observance" of psychological and proper professional hygiene, for children - the regime of breastfeeding and general hygiene.
Causes of neurodermatitis
There are many causes of this disease. The main ones include:
- Genetic predisposition (for example, if the parents suffered from any allergic diseases, this is most likely the cause of neurodermatitis in the child);
- Negative emotions;
- Long-term mental and physical stress;
- Occupational stress (in particular, harmful factors affecting production or enterprise);
- Wrong daily routine;
- Diseases of the digestive system;
- Improper nutrition;
- Intoxication of the body.
Also, the causes of neurodermatitis are considered external environmental factors that cause an allergenic reaction:
- Pet hair;
- Food for aquarium fish (dry mix);
- Feather filler for mattresses, pillows, blankets;
- Certain cosmetic and perfumery products;
- Flower pollen;
- Food products (nuts, citrus fruits, honey, etc., as well as colorings and preservatives in food);
- Medicines.
Having identified the individual cause of neurodermatitis, immediate treatment should be started. However, eliminating the source of the disease is not enough, and in acute forms, you should consult a dermatologist for a complete diagnosis and prescription of a course of treatment.
Types of neurodermatitis
The division into types of this skin disease is due to the degree of prevalence on the human skin. So, there are several types of neurodermatitis, namely:
- Limited, presented only on some areas of the skin;
- Diffuse, the centers of manifestation of which are the neck, face, elbow joints, popliteal cavities, the most common is neurodermatitis on the hands;
- Hypertrophic with a tumor-like manifestation in the groin area;
- Linear, in which itchy stripes appear at the bend of the limbs;
- Psoriasiform - neurodermatitis on the neck and head, in which thickened red lesions appear covered with small scales;
- Follicular, in which pointed papules appear on the hairy areas;
- Decalvating, which manifests itself on the hairy areas of the body with subsequent hair loss.
Each type of neurodermatitis brings tangible discomfort to a person, so treatment is required without delay.
Symptoms of neurodermatitis
The main symptoms of neurodermatitis are characterized by rash, itching, neurotic disorders, redness, peeling. Moreover, the area of spread of the disease can be varied depending on its specific type.
With neurodermatitis, the function of the adrenal glands is significantly reduced, so the skin can darken noticeably. A person loses weight, which negatively affects the general condition of the body. The pressure decreases, fatigue, apathy and weakness increase, the secretion of gastric juice and the level of glucose in the blood decrease. Neurodermatitis sometimes leads to lymphadenitis (inflammation of the lymph nodes), which impairs the function of many organs.
It should be noted that the symptoms of neurodermatitis are most pronounced in the winter season and in the evening, while in summer, on the contrary, noticeable improvements are felt. Neurodermatitis on the hands brings the greatest discomfort, since due to moisture and frequent mechanical influences, the disease is only aggravated.
Diagnostics is carried out mainly by visual examination, taking a sample from the skin area affected by neurodermatitis and a blood test.
Treatment of neurodermatitis
The forecasts for the timely treatment of neurodermatitis are quite favorable. The main methods of dealing with the disease include:
- Special daily regimen (full night sleep, physical activity, moderate meals "by the hour");
- Diet;
- Inpatient treatment;
- Antihistamines;
- Hormone therapy in especially acute cases;
- Physiotherapeutic scheme for the treatment of neurodermatitis.
Local treatment of neurodermatitis involves the use of antipruritic ointments and creams that dissolve and exfoliate the affected lesions on the skin.
Alternative treatment of neurodermatitis
Before starting the treatment of neurodermatitis, you should consult a doctor. With the correct diagnosis, alternative treatment of neurodermatitis gives positive results.
The advantages of this method are natural ingredients that have only a beneficial effect on the skin affected by neurodermatitis. In addition, alternative treatment for neurodermatitis does not harm the body as a whole.
In folk medicine, herbs such as burdock, celandine, nettle, calendula are often used to treat neurodermatitis.
The following procedures are recommended to be carried out in the evening, just before bedtime.
Here are some popular recipes for the alternative treatment of neurodermatitis:
- Tincture of oak bark leaves, birch leaves, nettle, flax seeds, mint, coriander and wormwood is applied with a bandage to the affected areas, kept until completely dry, then the compress is replaced. Such lotions are especially effective for treating neurodermatitis on the hands. Repeat the procedure until the symptoms begin to disappear;
- Pour 1 tbsp into 1 liter of water. l. rock salt and mix well. Separately, 10 g of camphor oil is poured into 100 grams of 10% ammonia. The stirred mixture is combined with brine. Close the vessel with a lid and shake well. This miraculous ointment is used to lubricate problem areas until complete recovery.
- Mix 40 g of rowan and scumpia leaves, 15 g of sage, 30 g of horsetail and 50 g of oak bark, 4 tbsp. the mixture is poured into 3 liters of water and boiled over low heat for 10 minutes. The resulting broth is added when bathing in the bathroom.
In some cases, to get rid of neurodermatitis, complex treatment is required, which also includes internal cleansing of the body in the form of microclysters. For this, 1 tsp. wormwood and tansy flowers (1: 1) pour 100 ml of boiling water, leave for 1 hour and filter. They are used every other day, the course is 10-12 procedures.
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The information is generalized and provided for informational purposes only. At the first sign of illness, see your doctor. Self-medication is hazardous to health!
