Itchyness/Psoriasis/ Eczema

I have an allergy to lanolin which can trigger an eczema episode so bad I once had to be hospitalised. I try and stick to cotton, linen, lambs wool and cashmere as I found a lot of synthetic fabrics irritate my skin as well. I use Aveno which so far hasn’t resulted in any issues or a Boots own brand emollient which is lanolin free. Hopefully the hospital will help identify what is causing the flare up.

Oreo, thank goodness I’m not the only one who washes new clothes. I’ve done it for years and have been mocked by colleagues, but they never had flare ups of a skin condition.

I have very itchy skin and take 2 anti allergy pills before bed. When I get flare ups, usually my neck, I use Weleda cream which has a good result. I hope this helps. I’ve suffered from flare ups for years and am happy now with the products I use to treat them.

Well, last week I ordered some cream from ebay, because I'm at that stage with my skin.

It came yesterday, I put some on, and another thin layer before bed, and I can't believe the difference today!!!

The area that seemed on the verge of developing an ulcer is now smooth, and pain-free.

Amazing good news!
What cream is it?

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Hopefully this is it.
I'm well and truly amazed!!

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My ears are in a shocking state with dermatitis again, yet my doctor has never given me a cream that works. I think maybe some skin conditions are like cold sores - once you've got the bug in your system you can't ever completely eradicate it. The only thing that helps my ears is Fucerin Aquaphor, but I have to keep using it every other day to keep them from flaring.

I think you're on to something, there.
Smoothing cream over the top of something like that doesn't work, apart from soothing the itch, at best, for a short while.

I think you could be too.
At least for some things.
Though I wouldnt take too much notice of me at this stage, as I am quite far from sorting myself out.

Long story, but I went to the Health Food shop[recommended by the Chemist shop as they say they dont have anything to help me].
Amongst other things, Health Food person said I could have something wrong with my gut.
She says my type of thing always starts in the gut.

I did eventually buy some Natural Probiotics.
And my dentist said they would not do me any harm[told you it was part of a long story].
But I have been too scared to use them so far.
My gut feels fine, and I dont want to upset something else that is not already upset.

I have always been very itchy with dry skin but last year I had slap cheek which in adults results in an extreme rash. Mine was from my neck down to my thighs. I was desperate for some relief when by chance a pharmacist suggested Aveeno Dermexa. I had used Aveeno before so bought some. The Dermexa worked so well and I have continued to use it daily. My skin has improved so much and I am largely itch free.

fancythat your gut is so important and the more healthy bacteria you have the better health you should have. You may already have a good gut biome but look at the foods you eat. UPF bad / a wide variety of plants and natural food is good.
Read labels.

My leg is now smooth and non itchy.

When stressed I do get the odd patch of excema here and there which usually goes away after few days of applying E45 or similar. Late October 2024 family issues ( adult childs relationship over, awful things said, worrying over effect of it on grandchildren etc) caused me much upset and I developed a patch of excema and applied usual cream.
It did go away but then in early December returned-I think with all the continuous worry and added extra work to make sure that all was 'merry and bright' especially for the grandchildren.
It hasn't gone and has now developed into (what after consulting Dr Google and NHS pages), looks like discoid excema.
Never had this before and tomorrow will go to pharmacy to collect BP meds and to talk to pharmacist about it as its been present for long enough and I think maybe a cortisoid cream will be required.
Just wondering if anyone else has had this and best way to prevent re-occurence- less stress might help I know but said adult child is now living back with us, with grandchildren seeing them and staying over regularly, mid week and every other Friday to Sunday. It is lovely to see the children but it adds extra work onto me as I seem to have become the person who sorts out the housekeeping issues before/during/after they are here...I'm mid 60's btw. Thankyou if you got to the end!