How to Recognize Trigger of Atopic Eczema
If the classic dry and itchy symptom appear unexpectedly, ask yourself the following questions:
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Have I been in an unusual environment lately? Have I been exposed to new allergens and irritants?
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Did a flare occur during an activity, such as cleaning or exercising?
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Didn’t I suddenly change a certain part of my clothes, didn’t I use new socks, a sweater?
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Did I eat anything else today? (Foods consumed before the onset or worsening of symptoms can be recorded in the diet diary.)
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Did I feel anxious or stressed? Did something upset or worry me enough to cause me stress?
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Careful monitoring and asking these questions will allow you to narrow down the wide range of possible triggers of atopic eczema.
References:
[1] https://www.healthline.com/health/atopic-dermatitis/what-is-atopic-dermatitis
[2] https://www.thermofisher.com/diagnostic-education/patient/wo/en/allergy-types/year-round-allergies.html
[3] https://www.thermofisher.com/diagnostic-education/patient/wo/en/allergy-types/seasonal-allergies.html
[4] https://www.healthline.com/health/severe-eczema/triggers-how-to-avoid#food
[5] https://www.healthline.com/health/severe-eczema/triggers-how-to-avoid#stress
[6] https://www.healthline.com/health/severe-eczema/triggers-how-to-avoid#stress
[7] https://www.healthline.com/health/eczema#causes
[8] https://www.healthline.com/health/severe-eczema/triggers-how-to-avoid#hot-weather