Eczema

Do you have skin allergies caused by contact with certain agents such as plants, chemicals or metals? This is medically known as eczema, which is a noncontagious skin disorder that results in inflamed skin. The inflammation produces red and itchy scales and when scratched, the skin may get swollen and irritated. Eczema or contact dermatitis can affect anyone and is not limited to allergy-prone individuals.

Eczema skin disease

Before the dermatologist prescribes a treatment, he or she would check the extent and severity of the condition and the patient’s medical history. Medications should be able to control itching, reduce inflammation, remove scaly lesions and prevent further infection. Because of the varieties in the presentation of the disease, no one treatment cures eczema. Topical treatments depend on the patient’s preference and the treatment’s effectiveness.

Usually, flare-ups happen in the course of the disease. Avoiding contact with known allergens helps in keeping skin irritation at bay. Treatment with corticosteroids resolves the itching and inflammation. However, use of steroids might not be healthy for everyone. Herbal medications can be your alternate choice for the alleviation of eczema symptoms.

Herb Description, Treatment & Procedures
Aloe Vera
(Aloe barbadensis miller liquid) Aloe vera, or sabila in the Philippines, is a medicinal plant with many benefits. It contains vitamins and amino acids that help regenerate the skin.    Aloe vera extracts are often diluted in water for the treatment of eczema. Also, the gel can be applied directly to the affected skin.
Cacao
(Theobroma cacao l) Cacao is not only used for making chocolates. The essential oil is rich enough to ease the dry skin of eczema patients.    Cacao or cocoa seeds are roasted and pounded. The powdered cacao is then applied on the affected skin area.
Roman chamomile (Matricaria recutita) Roman chamomile is a generally safe herb used to treat various ailments including eczema. Chamomile has two types: Roman chamomile and the German chamomile. Generally, they both contain antibacterial, antifungal and antiviral properties. The chamomile essential oil is applied on the affected skin to relieve of itchiness brought by the dry skin symptom.
Papaya
(Carica papaya L) The papaya is a fruit tree that bears medicinal properties for the cure of common illnesses, including eczema. Specifically, the latex of the unripe papaya fruit is applied on the skin to provide healing and debridement.

Links for Further Eczema Herbal Study
Philippine Herbs
1.    Philippine Herbal Medicine
2.    Herbal Page

International Herbs
1.    Herbal Remedies Info

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