If you've ever had experience of a cold sore you'll be familiar with the herpes simplex virus, and the painful blisters that come with it. Eczema Herpeticum (EH) is a nasty and very contagious virus that can get into broken eczema skin, causing blisters much like the cold sore virus in appearance. However it can also occur on healthy skin, it's not just eczema skin that is … [Read more...]
How to respond to TSW and eczema gaslighting
Ever been gaslit by your doctor, GP or specialist dermatologist? This probably happens for people with any conceivable medical complaint or long-term condition. I don't think it's just reserved for eczema and topical steroids. For the purpose of this gaslighting course we are just concerned with topical steroid withdrawal and how it is currently viewed by the specialists we … [Read more...]
10 tips to enjoy your massage with eczema skin
If you're nervous about having a massage due to sensitive skin you're not alone. If you have eczema, psoriasis, acne or topical steroid withdrawal, spa days and massage treatments can be daunting experiences. You've probably felt the itch and had hives after what should have been relaxing and calming facial. It can be frustrating that you can't enjoy the simple pleasures … [Read more...]
Trigger warning! What caused that skin flare?
If you've got eczema, you'll have been asked this time and time again. "What caused that skin flare?" It's something I was asked constantly throughout my topical steroid withdrawal journey. It's a bit of a trigger because we can never be 100% certain about anything. There can be so many potential triggers and skin can flare up for no reason at all! And what causes … [Read more...]
Buy a signed copy of the The Shape of Skin!
and get an itchy bookmark free! Because it's National Eczema Week I thought I'd offer signed copies to you lovely readers. Get your signed copy of The Shape of Skin with a free itchy skin bookmark for just £9, including postage. This offer is only available for UK residents. Please email me if you live overseas and I can work out postage.Click on the 'Buy Now' Button … [Read more...]