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Do you or someone in your family suffer from eczema?  Are you aware of this condition and can you recognize the signs and symptoms? Do you know how eczema is treated?

I have had mild cases of eczema a few times in my life and can certainly appreciate how uncomfortable and bothersome it can be. My husband, however, is a long time sufferer and his outbreaks tend to be quite severe.  Not only does he suffer from some of the typical symptoms, but because of the severity of his condition, he often has difficulty sleeping which comes with its own myriad of  health problems.

Some Eczema Facts ~

• The most common form of eczema is know as atopic dermatitis.
• Eczema is a skin condition that often recurs.
• The immune system in a person’s skin overreacts to environmental or emotional triggers. This reaction results in symptoms such as redness and itching.
• With eczema, the skin cannot retain moisture and can become dry and tight.
• The skin becomes extremely itchy, red, scaly and irritated.
• Scratching can lead to the affected area developing a discharge and/or an infection occurring.
• Eczema can appear on many parts of the body.
• Atopic dermatitis, or eczema as it is commonly known, affects about 6 million people in Canada.
• Affects infants, children and adults.
• Eczema  is not contagious, however,  it tends to run in families.
• Many people who have eczema have a history of eczema, hay fever, or asthma in their families.

{This is a patch of eczema is on my husbands forearm near the crease of his elbow.  It has been bothering him for weeks now and is extremely itchy and has even started to crust and ooze in a few places.}

What is Eczema?

According to the National Eczema Association, the term “eczema” is a general term used to describe dermatitis and can be interchangeably used.  Although it comes in many forms, eczema mostly describes a dry skin condition that may be relieved by moisturizers and emollients. This skin condition is not contagious, so you cannot pass it on to other people or catch them from someone else.

What Causes Eczema?

A specific cause has yet to be identified.  Many believe  this skin condition is attributed to a combination of factors that include:

• Changes in temperature or humidity.
• Dry, irritable skin
• Chemical irritants, such as perfumes, harsh soaps, detergents, and household cleaners.
• Physical irritants, such as clothes made of rough or scratchy fabrics.
• Allergies (to dust, pollen, mold, animal dander, etc.)
• Stress
• The body’s immune system
• Anxiety
• Genetics

Symptoms of Eczema ~

• The most common symptom is red, swollen and itchy skin.
• Blisters and scaly patches are also possible symptoms.
• Blisters and scaly patches may ooze, crust and even bleed.
• Skin color may change and can become thick and leathery.
• Outbreaks can appear practically anywhere on the body and the location of the affected area can often be used to classify the particular type of eczema that the person is suffering from.

Diagnosis ~

Your family physician or other health care provider can make a diagnosis of eczema. While there are no tests to determine eczema, most often your doctor can tell if it’s eczema by looking at your skin and by asking a few questions.

Treatment ~

Although there is no cure, you can help manage the symptoms through a daily skin care routine that focuses on gentle cleansing and replenishing moisture. According to the Eczema Society, keeping skin moisturized is key to managing all types of eczema with topical steroids commonly used to bring flare ups under control.

My family and I are long time users of many Polysporin products and I have utmost confidence and trust in the brand.

So naturally, I was very excited when I was  given the opportunity for my family to try the new POLYSPORIN Eczema Essentials line of products. I was especially anxious to have my husband try the product  line and very hopeful they would help his present flareup of eczema.

The new line includes:

POLYSPORIN^® ECZEMA ESSENTIALS™ Daily Moisturizing Cream

Clinically proven to restore visibly healthier skin in 3 days.

• Suitable for everyday use. For the daily management of eczema-prone skin.
• Restores healthier looking skin in just 3 days by reducing redness, swelling & scaling
• Clinically proven to improve symptoms of eczema skin in 3 days, with continued improvement over 2 weeks
• Reduce itch after just one application
• Goes beyond ordinary moisturizing daily lotions to relieve dryness, itch and irritation due to eczema
• Helps to strengthen and restore your skin’s natural barrier function
• Unique RELIPID^™ formula contains a lipid, humectant, emollient and botanical blend to help retain moisture essential for healthy looking skin
• Available in 165 mL bottles

POLYSPORIN^® ECZEMA ESSENTIALS™ Daily Body Wash

Moisturizes while gently cleansing even the most dry, sensitive skin.

• Moisturizes while gently cleansing even the most dry, sensitive skin.
• Ideally suited for eczema-prone skin
• Our unique RELIPID™ formula contains a lipid, humectants, emollient and botanical blend to help retain moisture essential for healthy-looking skin
• Gentle enough for everyday use
• Suitable for children
• Soap-free and fragrance-free
• Available in 295 mL bottles

POLYSPORIN^® ECZEMA ESSENTIALS™ Hydrocortisone Anti-Itch Cream

Relief of itch flare-ups due to eczema

• Works to relieve itch
• Helps improve dryness, flaking and redness associated with eczema and minor skin irritations
• Fragrance-free
• Available in a 28g tubes

{Honestly, even though I have used Polysporin products most of my life and it is a brand I totally trust, even I was shocked at how well this worked. The itch has disappeared completely and the obvious difference in the area is really quite startling.}

Anyone who suffers from eczema or has a family member who has suffered,  understands the intense relief that is felt when it is has been brought under control.  In our house, Polysporin has scored a home run with their new Polysporin Eczema Essentials Line of Products. It is a brand I personally trust and you can too, because it is accepted by and carries the Eczema Society of Canada Seal of Acceptance.

If you would like additional information on the complete line of Polysporin Eczema Essentials products you can visit the Polysporin website.

Do you or anyone in your household suffer from eczema?

Were you aware of the Polysporin Eczema Essentials line of products?

Do you presently use this line of products?  If so, have you had success with them?

{“Disclosure: I am part of the the POLYSPORIN^® Eczema Essentials^TMBlogger Campaign with Mom Central Canada and I receive special perks as part of my affiliation with this group. The opinions on this blog are my own.”}