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Dyshidrotic Eczema: Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Natural Treatment

By on March 27, 2019

How to Reduce Dyshidrotic Eczema

If you have developed tiny blisters on your hands and feet and wondering what it is, read our article.
Dyshidrotic eczema is also known as foot and hand eczema. It is characterized by the appearance of tiny, deep-seated blisters on fingers, palms, toes and soles. It is a condition where the skin is unable to protect itself well and becomes dry and itchy.

How to Reduce Dyshidrotic Eczema

How to Reduce Dyshidrotic Eczema

What Are The Symptoms Of Dyshidrotic Eczema?

As mentioned above the characteristic symptom of dyshidrotic eczema is the appearance of small and itchy blisters. The blisters pop up in clusters and may cause burning and itch before the appearance, and the skin may become scaly. A few more symptoms are sweating of the skin around the blisters and thickening and changes in the colour of nails. There is pain, itching and burning on the blistered skin. Also, there may be discomfort in walking and working with hands. On scratching, blisters may get infected and lead to secondary infection. Secondary infection leads to swelling, pain, pus-filled blisters and crusting.

*Dyshidrotic eczema is not at all contagious and do not spread by touching the affected person.

What Are The Causes Of Dyshidrotic Eczema?

The cause of dyshidrotic eczema is unknown. However several conditions that may set it off are, stress, contact with heavy metals such as chromium, cobalt and nickel, wet or sweaty hands, a weak immune system warm and humid climate.
Dyshidrotic eczema is more common in females than in males and affects mostly adults between age 20 to 40 years. It is common in those who have an allergy, other forms of eczema and family history of dyshidrotic eczema.

What Is The Cure Of Dyshidrotic Eczema

There is no cure for dyshidrotic eczema. Mild cases eventually heal on its own. It may take 2-3 weeks for the blisters to disappear but the underneath skin may remain tender, red, dry and cracked for a few more days.
The blisters may come and go over the time. However, it can be managed with moisturizers, practising good hygiene and home remedies.

Dyshidrotic Eczema Natural Treatment At Home

1.Wet and cold compress For Dyshidrotic Eczema-

To relives, irritation and itch wet and cold compress is recommended. It reduces inflammation and numbs the irritated nerves. This, in turn, soothes the pain.

Wet and cold compress For Dyshidrotic Eczema

Wet and cold compress For Dyshidrotic Eczema

What To Do

Take cold water in a bowl. Soak a clean cotton cloth with cold water.Wring extra water.. Wrap the cloth around the inflamed skin. Leave it for 15 minutes.Repeat this two times in a day.

*Do not soak the affected hand or foot in ice water. This may provide temporary relief but will then lead to frostbite.

2.Aloe vera For Dyshidrotic Eczema-

Aloe vera soothes irritated and inflamed skin and reduces tenderness. It is antimicrobial and prevents secondary infection. Aloe vera is rich in complex sugar that hydrates the skin. Also, it promotes the collagen production.

Aloe vera For Dyshidrotic Eczema

Aloe vera For Dyshidrotic Eczema

What To Do

Take a fresh aloe vera leaf. Extract aloe vera gel. Place the gel in the refrigerator. After half an hour apply the gel directly over the affected skin. Repeat this a few times in a day.

3.Oil treatment For Dyshidrotic Eczema-

This is one of the effective dyshidrotic eczema home remedies. You will need jojoba oil, olive oil and tea tree oil for this. These oils are anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial.

What To Do

Mix a teaspoon jojoba oil to 4 tablespoons of olive oil.Also, add 5-6 drops of tea tree oil and mix well.Wash your hands and feet and apply the oil to the affected area. Repeat this every time you wash your hand and feet.relieves

4.Oatmeal Bath For Dyshidrotic Eczema-

Oatmeal has an impressive ability to soothe the itch, and thus it is used to relive dyshidrotic eczema. It normalizes the pH level of skin and burning and irritation

Oatmeal Bath For Dyshidrotic Eczema

Oatmeal Bath For Dyshidrotic Eczema

What To Do

Take 2-3 tablespoons oatmeal. Add water to make a paste. Apply the paste to the affected area and let it dry. Rinse it off. Repeat this at least once in a day for a few weeks.

5.Apple Cider vinegar For Dyshidrotic Eczema-

Apple cider vinegar is one of the most effective home remedies to treat most of the skin related problems. When regularly used it also treats dyshidrotic eczema.

Apple Cider vinegar For Dyshidrotic Eczema

Apple Cider vinegar For Dyshidrotic Eczema

What To Do

Mix apple cider vinegar and water in equal amounts.Wash the affected area with this solution. Repeat this a few times in a day.

6.Coconut Oil For Dyshidrotic Eczema-

Coconut oil is widely used to treat skin issues.

Coconut Oil For Dyshidrotic Eczema

Coconut Oil For Dyshidrotic Eczema

What To Do

Apply coconut oil to hands, soles and palms a few times in a day.

7.Baking Soda For Dyshidrotic Eczema-

Baking soda balances the skin pH and creates an environment where bacteria are unable to thrive.

What To Do

Take a tablespoon baking soda. Mix sufficient amount of water to make a paste. Apply the paste to the affected area. Leave it to dry an then rinse it off

Try the above home remedies for Dyshidrotic Eczemaand let us know the result.

Dr. Reena Prajapat
Dr Reena Prajapat is a dentist, she post graduated in hospital management from Apollo Institute of hospital Administration, Hyderabad. Her strong belief in natural and home remedies lead her to Pursue bachelor in naturopathy.
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