Dermatologist for Eczema Treatment in Michigan
How do you know if you have Eczema? Eczema has a particular set of symptoms, so our Eczema Specialist in Lansing and Mt. Pleasant can easily diagnose by examining your skin and discussing your medical history. • • • • • •
If you have the following, they might be signs of eczema: Severely dry skin Cracked, thick, or scaly skin Red or brownish-gray patches Severe Itching especially at night Sensitive or raw skin may be from scratching
What Causes Eczema? Our Eczema Specialist, Dr, Saif Fatteh suggests that one of the most powerful steps you can take to manage your eczema is to identify your triggers and take care to avoid them whenever possible. Everyone has a unique experience with eczema, but some common triggers include: •Harsh soaps, shampoos, detergents, or disinfectants •Very hot or cold weather, high or low humidity •Stress •Hormonal fluctuations in females, especially during pregnancy or menstruation •Dust mites, pet dander, mold, dandruff, or pollen •Certain foods like dairy, nuts, seeds, soy, wheat, or eggs •Certain bacteria, viruses, and fungi
Cure The Breakouts with our Eczema Treatment Services in Lansing and Mount Pleasant. There are many self-care techniques you can use to reduce eczema flare-ups. Each person adapts to some treatment methods or medications differently as compared to the other individuals. So you need to explore a few options before you find the suitable one according to your situation. • Below are few Eczema Specialist tips that can help soothe your skin and reduce flare-ups: • Wet dressings with topical corticosteroids
• Daily moisturizing with creams, sprays, ointments, or bath oils • Bandaging to protect open skin • Over-the-counter anti-itch medication • Keep your moisturized • Mild soaps and household products • Clothing that is cool and smooth to the touch • Stress reduction techniques Some approaches may work better for you than others, so don’t hesitate to try a range of techniques to look for a good match. Do you want to explore your options to tame eczema?
Eczema Treatment with our Eczema Specialist in Mount Pleasant & Lansing People experiencing persistent scaly, itchy rash that is a sign of moderate to an extreme case of eczema sometimes feel frustrated and stuck in their homes, not having the will to deal with stigma of their inflamed and angry skin. If you are one of them, visit our dermatologist to help you with your situation. Dr. Saif Fatteh, MD has many different tools and techniques to help you manage your eczema. Topical medications may help control itching and reduce inflammation. Antibacterial cream can also help if you have an infection, and it will also help prevent an infection in cracked or open skin.
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Address: 2981 Health Parkway Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858
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