Contact Eczema
Causes of the disease
Contact eczema is caused by either congenital (allergic eczema) or acquired (irritant eczema) hypersensitivity to various substances. In both cases, it is the impaired protective function of the skin that causes problems. In the case of acquired hypersensitivity (irritative eczema), the skin barrier is disrupted by frequent and repeated contact with substances that damage it (various abrasives) degrease it (soaps, disinfectants) and have a caustic effect on it (cleaners, bleaches). Irritation is most often caused by metals, household chemicals, animal hair, feathers and dust, as well as plant and animal juices. The skin manifestations of contact allergic and irritant eczema are similar. At first, the skin becomes noticeably dry, red, and itchy. Later, pimples or blisters appear, which then crack, forming scabs or wet patches. Occasionally, patches of keratinized skin are formed and crack deeply. The onset of symptoms lasts between 30 minutes and 72 hours. There is also a very common variant of chronic irritant eczema, where phases such as dryness, redness and itching persist for years without further manifestations.
Dermaguard in Treatment
- Dermaguard creates a barrier between the skin and the allergen, reducing skin irritation
- it protects weakened skin for 4-6 hours and gives it time to regenerate
- it provides effective, long-lasting moisture without being greasy
- it does not wash off the skin, but gradually wears off
- it is clinically proven and recommended by the Czech Dermatovenerological Society
When to Use Dermaguard
It is most effective to start using the cream as soon as you notice your skin becoming more receptive to its surroundings. Daily preventive use helps to prevent an outbreak of acute eczema. It’s best to use the cream when the skin is calm, but it can also be applied at the first signs of irritation, such as redness or itching. The cream should not be used on acutely red, inflamed, swollen, or cracked areas. Such conditions should be treated first by corticosteroids and the cream should only be used on soothed skin. This will prevent the problem from recurring. Dermaguard can be used on any part of the body, except the mucous membranes.
