Atopic dermatitis

Atopic dermatitis is a skin disease that is not curable but relatively easy to treat. It runs chronically in relapses and is not contagious. The word “atopic” means that the skin is prone to allergic reactions and is hypersensitive. Symptoms include red scaly skin, severe itching and weeping skin changes. It can be of varying … Atopic dermatitis

Pyoderma: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

Pyoderma is not a primary disease. It can be caused by a disorder of the immune system, by other primary diseases, by skin infections but also by streptococci or staphylococci, respectively. What is pyoderma? Pyoderma is a burning and purulent skin inflammation that can affect different layers of the skin. Triggers in most cases are … Pyoderma: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

Causes of neurodermatitis

Introduction The cause of neurodermatitis (atopic dermatitis) has not yet been clarified. It is assumed that genetic and immunological factors interact. Genetic defects can lead to a disturbed barrier function of the skin and thus facilitate the penetration of allergens. The increased penetration of allergens causes first an inflammatory reaction and then an immune reaction. … Causes of neurodermatitis

What role does the psyche play? | Causes of neurodermatitis

What role does the psyche play? Psychosomatic factors play an important role in neurodermatitis. Psychological stress can on the one hand worsen the clinical picture (see stress as a trigger), and on the other hand the disease itself has a considerable influence on the mental health of those affected. Neurodermatitis often leads to nocturnal itching … What role does the psyche play? | Causes of neurodermatitis

Neurodermatitis and mold | Causes of neurodermatitis

Neurodermatitis and mold Not everyone reacts to a mold infestation in the same way. In the case of neurodermatitis patients, however, the probability of a reaction is increased because the skin barrier is disrupted and the penetration of mold spores into the skin is favored. Moist rooms with mold infestation can thus intensify neurodermatitis. As … Neurodermatitis and mold | Causes of neurodermatitis