Eczema Can Run in Families: The Role of Hereditary Factors

Atopic dermatitis is a form of eczema that can have both allergic factors as well as a genetic root. This type of eczema seems to have a genetic component and can be interlinked when doing a genealogy study. The symptoms include dryness, red patches, swelling and bumps. Common places are the inner elbows, around the wrist and sweaty areas behind the knees. Children and toddlers can also suffer from this rash on their faces which is hard to watch without your heart pulling at you.

Some people will get blisters or crusting on the skin. Often respiratory problems also run in the same family. Try to make a chart of foods and external triggers that may effect one's breathing. Look at the scenarios for skin eruptions as well. In a way it's an advantage when a few members of the family have a dermatitis problem because it makes research a bit easier to reach the bottom of the problem.

When there are hereditary allergies members that are in their thirties and forties may have some insights into the triggers so these people are valuable resources for you to help find solutions to your own situation or the skin issues of your children. Don't be shy about approaching a member of the family. They probably would be relieved to share their own history and experiences despite the personal nature of the skin condition.

If two of the parents have the issue, the odds of children have dermatitis or eczema problems can be at least fifty percent. Moisturizing is very important but don't pick anything you find at the drug store. Look at the ingredients to check for parabens, alcohol and other factores that may irritate the skin. You don't want to dry out the skin and reduce the membrane.

Kids love bubble baths but this isn't recommended unless the ingredients are closely studied. If you expose your child to an allergen the consequences can be more itching, frustration and skin irritation.