Eczema is a chronic skin disorder characterized by itching skin rash, which can be red, scaly, dry and leathery. There may be skin blisters, oozing and crusting.
Eczema usually occurs for the first time in infants, with rash typically occurring on the cheeks, elbows or knees. Eczema, although often less of a problem in adulthood, can persist, especially if a person is exposed to allergens or chemical irritants or is under tension. In adults, eczema is typically located on the inner elbow or behind the knee.People with eczema often have members of the family with asthma, hay fever, or eczema cold.
Probiotics, or "good" bacteria are living microbial organisms naturally found in the digestive tract. They are considered as remove potentially harmful bacteria growth, influence the immune function and strengthen the protective barrier of the digestive tract.Studies indicate that infants at high risk for allergic conditions such as eczema have different types and the number of bacteria in their gut than other babies, and probiotics supplements taken by children and pregnant women can reduce eczema occurrence in children.
A large, long-term study considered whether the use of a probiotic supplement or a placebo might affect the incidence of eczema in infants. Researchers randomized 1223 pregnant women with babies to high risk use a probiotic supplement or a placebo for 2 to 4 weeks before delivering.
From birth, babies received probiotics same as their mother had more galacto-oligosaccharides (called a "prebiotic" because it has been shown to help several strains of beneficial bacteria flourish) for 6 months. After 2 years, probiotics were much more effective than placebo in preventing eczema.
In addition to the use of probiotics to prevent eczema, probiotics have also been explored as a treatment for infants and children who already have an eczema. Some studies have shown that probiotics reduce eczema symptoms only in infants and children who are sensitized to food allergens.
Researchers are testing different strains of bacteria to see if a particular strain is more efficient for eczema. One of the most commonly used probiotic strains used in the studies of eczema is Lactobacillus GG. Other used strains are Lactobacillus fermentum VRI-033 CCP, Lactobacillus rhamnosus, Lactobacillus reuteri and Bifidobacteria lactis. Galacto-oligosaccharides as Prebiotics has also been used.
See a qualified health professional before using probiotics. Children with immune deficiencies should not take probiotics except as the supervision of the practitioner. Read more information on probiotics, Acidophilus and other probiotics.
The gels and creams made from Chamomile herbal extracts, of liquorice and Witch Hazel have been explored to reduce the symptoms of eczema. Here are the results of some of the preliminary studies. A double-blind study compared a gel of licorice 1% and 2% from placebo to Eczema gel. After two weeks, licorice gels both 1% and 2% were more effective than placebo gel, and 2% gel was more effective to reduce the redness, swelling, and itching that 1% gel. A comparative study cream Chamomile 0.5% hydrocortisone cream or a placebo. After two weeks, camomile cream was more effective than hydrocortisone cream, but it was not significantly more effective that placebo cream. This study was not double-blind, it cannot be used as evidence that Chamomile cream is effective in eczema. In a German double-blind study, 72 people with moderately severe eczema has used a cream of placebo containing extract Witch-Hazel, cream 0.5% hydrocortisone or single cream 14 days. Hydrocortisone was more effective than Witch Hazel. Witch Hazel was not significantly more effective that placebo cream. Consult a qualified practitioner before using all topical herbal applications. Some grasses, such as Chamomile, are known to cause allergic contact dermatitis. Gamma-linolenic acid (GLA) acids, such as evening primrose oil and Borage Oil, are a type of essential fatty acids. GLA has shown that the correct gaps in skin lipids that can trigger inflammation, that is why it is thought to help with eczema. However, recent, well-designed clinical studies with GLA have found generally that it helps with eczema.For example, a double blind study examined the use of Borage Oil (500 mg per day) or placebo in 160 adults with moderate eczema. After 24 weeks, overall effectiveness was not significantly better with compared with placebo Borage Oil.
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