Eczema on the Scalp

[Dominick Neal]

One of the most common forms of eczema is eczema on the scalp or scalp
eczema. It is common on men and women, adults and children. Eczema
affects various parts of the body but is most common on the hands,
legs or scalp. Eczema of the scalp is different than other forms of
eczema, simply because the skin on your scalp is unique compared to
other bodily skin. This uniqueness is what makes eczema on the scalp
so prevalent.
Sebaceous glands, present on the scalp, contribute to eczema by
producing a large amount of grease. This is magnified by hair
follicles which produce their own secretions. Factors like the
environment also affect your scalp. Direct sunlight, heat and humidity
in the summer and cold in the winter complicate things. All these
things work to produce eczema on the scalp.
Eczema on the scalp has been categorized into two different forms.
Environmental and internal eczema. Irritant contact eczema, allergic
contact eczema and herpericum eczema are all the forms of
environmental eczema. There are lots of different types of internal
eczema including atopic, seborrhoeic, nummular, madidans, ruburn,
pustulosum and asteototic.
Eczema on the scalp skin condition is predominantly seborrhoeic
dermatitis. It causes irritation and itching. This loosens oily,
greasy scales of skin off the scalp that flake off. It is also known
as it more common term dandruff. Although this form of eczema is more
common in men than women, both genders are susceptible to it. Eczema
on the scalp in commonly seen in adults aged 30 years to 60 years.
Common symptoms of eczema on the scalp are itchy scalp, inflamed and
red scalp. There are oily and yellowish scales that can flake off.
Greasy skin patches on the eyebrows and behind the ears are also very
common. There are a few theories about the causes of eczema on the
scalp. One popular theory of dermatologists is a hormonal imbalance.
Other dermatologists contend that it is caused by a fungus.
There are foods you can eat that will help in your battle against
eczema on the scalp. These include fish, rich in Omega 3 oil, and
salad. Medical solutions include anthralin, pyrithione and salicylic
acids. Corticosteroids are also useful in battling eczema on the
scalp.
One of the best non-medicinal treatments for eczema on the scalp is
fish oil. Apparently the Omega 3 is an effective healing agent for
scalp eczema. The consumption of fish oil will take time to show up in
your treatment. It can take up to six months to see any sign of
improvement. One is the advantages of Omega 3 fish oil supplements is
the ready availability. It is inexpensive and can be taken as pills or
just consuming fish will give you the benefits of the essential fatty
acids that fish oil contains. The body uses these fatty acids to break
down enzymes and particles that are active in people with eczema on
the scalp.
Having green vegetables in your salads also help with eczema on the
scalp. It has been known for some time the green vegetables have great
benefits for your skin. Green vegetables and alfalfa sprouts both
contain antioxidants which rids the body of harmful bacteria and
microbes. These elements cause the irritation and discomfort.