Atopic Dermatitis, Eczema, Urticaria, and Skin Allergies

C-1. Atopic Dermatitis

Definition and Causes: Atopic dermatitis occurs when toxins and waste that should be expelled through the skin accumulate, causing an overactive immune response. This leads to increased body heat, elevated skin temperature, and inflammation, while compromising the skin’s ability to regulate moisture.

Symptoms:

• Itching
• Redness, swelling, and flushing
• Oozing
• Scaling
• Hyperpigmentation
• Lichenification (thickening of the skin)

Treatment at AIBI Clinic: Specialized herbal ointments, medications, and acupuncture treatments are used to achieve fast and effective results for atopic dermatitis.

C-2. Eczema

Definition and Symptoms: Eczema involves edema between epithelial cells, leading to blister formation and a superficial inflammatory skin response. Symptoms include itching, redness, scaling, and blisters.

Types of Eczema:

• Household Eczema: Affects hands and fingers of people frequently using water, leading to peeling and cracking.
• Irritant Contact Dermatitis: Caused by exposure to soaps, detergents, or friction, common in workplace environments.
• Allergic Contact Dermatitis: Results from contact with items like necklaces, watch bands, or clothing fasteners.
• Nummular Eczema: More common in older adults with dry skin, and scratching can spread the condition.
• Dry Eczema: Characterized by dry scaling and cracking, common in winter.
• Dyshidrotic Eczema: Forms small blisters on hands and feet, tends to be chronic, and can lead to nail deformities.

Treatment at AIBI Clinic: We use herbal ointments, medications, and acupuncture for rapid and effective treatment of eczema.

C-3. Urticaria (Hives)

Causes and Symptoms: Urticaria occurs when the body reacts excessively to external stimuli, leading to swelling, itching, and redness. It is caused by an overactive immune response.

Treatment at AIBI Clinic: Treatment focuses on normalizing immune activity using herbal ointments, medications, and acupuncture for quick relief.

C-4. Allergic Dermatitis

Causes: Allergic dermatitis results when the skin’s ability to eliminate waste and regulate heat is impaired, leading to inflammatory skin reactions.

Treatment at AIBI Clinic: Herbal treatments and acupuncture are used to restore normal immune activity and alleviate symptoms of allergic dermatitis.