Eczema is a skin inflammatory disorder that can affect anyone, from babies to adults. With proper care, itchy skin caused by eczema can be prevented.

Eczema or contact dermatitis is a skin condition that is actually influenced by heredity. If someone in your family suffers from allergies, eczema is the first sign that may indicate your child has allergies flair.

"Many people think that eczema is caused by a germ, when in fact this is a sensitive skin conditions and allergies influenced talent," said dr.Lilik Norawati, Sp.KK, interrupted a press conference on Pearls of Cosmetic Dermatology Symposium 2013 organized by Dove Medical and Association of Physician Specialists Dermatology Indonesia in Jakarta, Thursday (21.02.13).

Symptoms of eczema in infants include dry skin, redness, itching, thickened, and scaly. Some of these symptoms can also indicate other problems such as diaper rash.

The main skin care eczema, according to Lili is avoiding originators. Some triggers to watch out for is dust mites, perspiration, dry air, until the soap detergent.

For everyday care should avoid skin care products that have fragrance.

"Use a gentle soap also contains moisturizing and specifically for sensitive skin," said dermatologist from Gatot Subroto Army Hospital in Jakarta.

Humidity is the foundation for healthy skin, especially for people with eczema. "Skin Moisturizer mandatory every day, especially after bathing. Should choose a product that has a protective fat," he said.

For the more severe the inflammation of eczema, the doctor will give you medicine combined with skin care products.



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