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A dermatitis atoma or eczema atomingo is a inflammatory disease genetic skin chronicle that is not contagious.

appears between 10 and 20% of children and manifests with skin irritation and frequent itching that affects not only the quality of life and the sleep of children, but also that of adults living with Ela.

Although it is often arose in babies and children, there is usually improvement of symptoms with growth, but may remain or even arise in adolescence or adulthood.

We will talk about this article about what to do to relieve symptoms and prevent crises through simple measures and products specially formulated for ato skina.

1. What is the dermatitis atoma ?

It is not known which cause exact dermatitis atoma, but it is thought to be the result of genetic, immunological factors and environmental.
There is a abnormal and exaggerated response of the immune system to external agents which leads to itching, redness and rash that can become crack by the recurring scratch.

ATO SKINA is more DRY E Sensitive and presents a little effective skin barrier for the insufficiency of the hydrolypid film (Lipid Emulsion/ Emulsion/ water), not fully fulfilling their function of defense against external agents. It is more permeable , not effectively isolating the substances that contact the skin, such as allergens, powder, irritating substances and even infections causing microorganisms.

There is also a greater water loss transepidermal with skin dehydration.

It is also observed in many cases changes in normal skin flora and microbiome intestinal.

Individuals with dermatitis atom pica have agenetic predisposition to develop allergies, asthma and allergic rhinitis, and therefore it may be necessary to consult an immunoalergologist beyond the dermatologist or pediatrician. T2824>

It is thought that prevalence in urban areas is due to environmental factors such as pollutants , unbalanced feedingcom little fiber and a lot of fat and sugar , with intestinal dysbiosis(change in normal gastric flora). In these cases, may be useful to take a probiotic to replenish the intestinal flora.

2.Sintomas

In a grace way, the skin is dry, rough and discouraged.

NA Children is characterized by:

  • Frequent Skin Pruritus , Rednessand lesions (scales and crusts), which in the face usually locally locate at cheeks and > and > and > eyelids, and in the body the hardest affected areas are usually the flexor areas (folds) of the arms and legs.
  • It may still occur peeling and fissures resulting from the act of scratching with a resulting infection.


NOS ADULTS, injuries are more located at Hands and feet, flexible zones member and Cervical Region with thicker, rough and darkened skin.

Crisis can be triggered by external agents such as detergents and annoying chemical agents, frequent hand washing, sudden changes in temperature, intense perspiration, emotional stress.

In the most severe cases, injuries may be almost total face and body.

3. Basic and environmental care

Although there is no way of preventing dermatitis atomea, some measures may be taken to help the symptoms and avoid seizures.

We left some tips:

  • Take Quick Bath com Water warm and using Soft cleaning agents , not disconnected, without perfumes andspecific pic a. Should be applied by hand anddo not wear bath gloves or sponges to rub the skin. Dry gently the skin with a soft cotton towel without rubbing.
  • Bathing immediately after physical activity to avoid irritation for sweat .
  • Keep thenails of babies and well cut and clean children to avoid microbial infections secondary to scratching. If necessary you can put manapules in the hands of the baby.
  • As clothing that contact the skin, such as underwear, t-shirts and bedding, should be natural fibers like cotton or linen. Opt for wide, and comfortable clothes to avoid friction and breathables to prevent excessive perspiration. They should be well rinsed After washing to remove residues from detergents and do not use softeners . You can opt for sensitive skin specific detergents such as those of .
  • Excess of heat and sudden changes of temperature can make the condition worse and so the rooms should be kept at a comfortable but not too hot (maximum 18 degrees) temperature.
  • Os mites and the powder also intervene as symptom aggravation factors, so they should keep the house and, especially the well-ventilated rooms and, remove curtains , rugs, truffles and peluches and aspirate regularly.
  • OS by and penalties of animals can also make the symptoms worse and make crises more frequent.
  • Wear Gloves on household tasks to protect yourself from the irritating action of detergents and lixia and opt for soft cleaning products whenever possible.
  • In the case of adults, stress can trigger outbreaks, so relaxation or meditation techniques may be useful for lowering your levels.

The first line of treatment should not be corticosteroids, but the Emollients that help to religinate the skin barrier and maintain its intact and protection function.

- should be applied emollientsacross the body and face immediately following the bath and, with the skin still a little wet to maintain skin hydration, at least one sometimes a day. Opt for ranges formulated for atneous skinthat have no perfume and are minimalist, formulated to minimize irritation risks. soothing and appeasing to calm irritation and itching. There are in various presentations such as milk, creams and balms, easy to spread.

It may be necessary reapply them during the day, especially in the hands and face, more subject to frequent washes and external aggressions. They should always be within reach (in the school backpack, in the sports bag, in the lady's suitcase, on the bedside table). You can use for the purpose of hand and sprays with appeazing action and thermal water before applying the cream that will penetrate more easily to moistened skin.

Cosmetics for atneous skin should be preferred because they are formulated specifically to respond to skin needs and respecting their sensitivity.

  • hypoallergic (formulated to decrease the appearance of allergic reaction).
  • No perfumes.
  • with minimal preservatives (some in airless packaging) and minimalist formulas.
  • Soft and with appeasing ingredients such as chamomile, colloidal oats.
  • Nutrients with glycerin, shea butter, hyaluronic acid, ceramids.

Don't forget:

It is important to consult a healthcare professional for proper diagnosis and specific treatment guidelines, as the treatment of atnea skin can be adjusted according to the needs and degree of the disease.

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