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Tips for managing eczema: Managing the daily burdens of a disease like eczema can quickly get overwhelming. How can you realistically balance skincare routines, sleep schedules, doctor’s appointments, healthy diet, and exercise, while drinking plenty of water and avoiding eczema triggers — and still leave some precious time for yourself at the end of the day? It’s not easy! Try these lifestyle tips to make every day easier while living with eczema. 1) Commit to a regular routine. Following a daily skincare routine that works for your skin and your schedule is the first step to taking control of eczema. A daily shower or bath with a gentle cleanser, a good moisturizer twice a day, avoiding known triggers, and getting good sleep can all go a long way to maintaining clear skin. 2) Examine every product that touches your skin. Finding products to soothe your sensitive skin can be a challenge. Since eczema affects each person differently, a product that brings relief for someone else may not work as well for you. If you know you’re allergic to certain ingredients, check product labels carefully before you buy. When trying a new product for the first time, apply a pea-size dab to the skin inside your wrist or elbow. Watch for any reactions like redness, rash, or breakouts over the next day or two before you continue use. 3) Track your triggers. Watch out for any triggers that might exacerbate your eczema, such as stress, certain foods, or environmental irritants like pets or extreme temperatures. Paying attention to the factors that impact your eczema is key to managing the condition day to day. Occupational-related hazards such as cleaning chemicals (cleaner), climbing chalk powder (rock climbing trainers where eczema breakouts mainly on the hands and palms), laboratory chemicals and thick clothing lab attire (researcher) and many other irritants found at work may also caused the triggers. Although it is impossible to avoid, we can try to minimize the triggers by taking precautions such as wearing gloves or changing gloves regularly. 4) Prepare for appointments with your healthcare provider. Instead of just showing up for appointments unprepared, take an active role in your treatment plan by collaborating closely with your healthcare team. Keep your specialists in the loop as your symptoms, treatments, and other lifestyle factors change, so that they can fine-tune their recommendations. We recommend that patients come prepared for appointments by bringing: A list of products, treatments and medications you’re using; A one-page summary of symptoms illustrated with any relevant photos of your skin. 5) Stay hydrated. Whether you’re exercising or sitting at a desk, drinking plenty of water throughout the day is one of the easiest healthy habits to adopt. A good rule of thumb is that the urine should be clear or very light in color. 6) Set a bedtime ritual. When constant itch keeps you up at night, it can be challenging to get the deep sleep you need to refuel your body. Log off: “Stop your work and mobile device use at least one hour before bed,” she says. Let skin rest: prepping skin with moisturizer and topical medication within an hour before bedtime to limit itching overnight. Cool it: Wear clothing with cool and comfortable material to bed to prevent sweating. Relax: Soothing music can help. 7) Stick to diet restrictions Avoid the following that may trigger eczema flare and adds on the dampness (toxic waste accumulation) in the body: -yam -beef -glutinous rice -seafood -fatty fish such as salmon and cod fish -mango -durian -sweet food such as deserts/bubble tea/icecream/chocolate -dairy products such as cheese, milk and yogurt -cold soft drinks/cold water -spicy food -oily fried food/canned food Joy TCM Clinic's Approach to treating skin diseases We use a holistic approach, diagnosing your skin condition based on your unique constitution and lifestyle. Our focus is on addressing root causes and enhancing overall wellness for lasting results. Results can vary depending on the condition and individual response. Typically, patients start noticing improvements within a few weeks of treatment, though more complex issues may require more. Kindly whatsapp 91900257 to book an appointment with us today!