Neurodermatitis, Quality of life, Neurodermatitis, Psoriasis, Dermatology Life Quality Index.
Root cause of disease
The exact cause of neurodermatitis isn’t known. It can be triggered by something that irritates the skin, such as tight clothing or a bug bite. The more you scratch, the more it itches. Sometimes, neurodermatitis goes along with other skin conditions, such as dry skin, atopic dermatitis or psoriasis.
Symptoms
- Thick, scaly patches form on your arms, legs, back of your neck, scalp, bottoms of your feet, backs of your hands, or genitals
- The patches can be very itchy, especially when you’re relaxed or asleep
- The patches can bleed and get infected if you scratch them
Causes
Neurodermatitis usually starts in people who have other types of eczema or psoriasis. Doctors don’t know exactly what causes it, but stress can be a trigger.
Home Remedies to treat Neuro Dermatitis
Remedy – 1: Aloe Vera
Materials Used: Aloe vera gel
Aloe vera gel comes from the leaves of the aloe plant. People have used aloe vera gel for centuries to treat a wide range of ailments, including to soothe eczema.
The antibacterial and antimicrobial effects can prevent skin infections, which are more likely to occur when a person has dry, cracked skin. Aloe’s wound-healing properties may soothe broken skin and promote healing.
Procedure:
People can buy aloe vera gel in health stores or online, or they can purchase an aloe vera plant and use the gel directly from its leaves.
Individuals should aim to use aloe gel products with few ingredients — some products may contain preservatives, alcohol, fragrances, and colors, which can irritate sensitive skin. Additionally, alcohol and other drying ingredients could make eczema worse.
Start with a small amount of gel to check for skin sensitivity, as aloe vera can sometimes cause burning or stinging. However, it is generally safe and effective for adults and children.
Product Link: Aloe Vera
Remedy– 2: Apple Cider Vinegar
Materials Used: Apple cider vinegar
Procedure:
Always dilute apple cider vinegar before applying it to the skin — undiluted vinegar can cause chemical burns or other injuries.
People can use the vinegar in wet wraps or baths, and it is available in most supermarkets and health stores.
To use apple cider vinegar in a wet wrap:
- Mix 1 cup of warm water and 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar.
- Apply the solution to cotton or gauze.
- Cover the dressing in clean cotton fabric.
- Leave it on the area for 3 hours.
To try an apple cider vinegar bath soak:
- Add 2 cups of apple cider vinegar to a warm bath.
- Soak for 15–20 minutes.
- Rinse the body thoroughly.
- Moisturize within several minutes of leaving the bath.
Product Link: Apple Cider Vinegar
Remedy- 3: Essential Oil
Materials Used: Coconut oil
Procedure:
A person can apply virgin or cold-pressed coconut oil directly to eczema to help moisturize the area and reduce bacteria. A person should use it once or twice per day on damp skin.
Other Remedies
Tea Tree Oil
Tea tree oil has anti-inflammatory properties that could soothe irritation and is great for treating eczema. To use tea tree oil, you must first mix it with a carrier oil such as jojoba oil. This is because using tea tree oil in its undiluted state could cause certain side effects such as minor irritation.
Turmeric
Turmeric is one of the eczema home remedies in India. It is anti-inflammatory and has wound healing properties which makes it a great option when treating eczema. To use this herb, you can mix a spoonful of turmeric powder with some honey and apply it to the affected area. Let it sit for a few minutes before washing it off with water.
Apple Cider Vinegar
Eczema can also be treated using apple cider vinegar. To do this, add about two portions of apple cider vinegar to a warm bath. This will help in reducing inflammation on the skin and also reduce dryness.
Preventions
- Follow your treatment plan. Your plan includes medication that can stop the itch. For this medication to work, you must use it as directed. Even when you use the medication as directed, your skin can itch for a while. When the itch starts, you can get temporary relief by doing one of the following:
- Apply a cool compress to the itchy area: To make a cool compress, run cold water over a clean towel, then apply the cool, damp towel to the area for 10-15 minutes a few times daily.
- Take a cool bath in colloidal oatmeal: This product is available at your local drugstore.
- Take an antihistamine that contains diphenhydramine: You can buy these without a prescription. It’s important to know that you will feel sleepy after taking this medication. Only antihistamines that cause drowsiness can ease the itchy feeling.
- Moisturize: Neurodermatitis makes your skin extremely dry. Apply a fragrance-free moisturizer at least once a day and after every bath or shower. Applying moisturizer while your skin is still damp after washing makes the moisturizer more effective.
- If you cannot stop scratching, rubbing, or touching the skin with neurodermatitis, cover it. Some people have scratched for so long that they don’t realize that they’re scratching. Others scratch while asleep.
- Ask your dermatologist about wearing an Unna sleeve or Unna boot if covering your skin fails to protect it. If you scratch while sleeping (or cannot stop scratching), this device can protect the skin on your arm or leg, allowing it to heal.
- Keep your fingernails very short. When fingernails are very short, they tend to cause less damage if you scratch.
