At Swiss Derma Clinic, personalized therapy strategies are used to treat different types of eczema, such as seborrhoeic, allergic, irritant and dehydration eczema, and especially neurodermatitis. Neurodermatitis usually occurs as an itchy rash. Certain forms affect the hands and feet, the scalp or the genital area, while the face is often affected, too.
Personalized therapy is carried out with:
Allergic complaints and side-effects may likewise occur relatively frequently in connection with neurodermatitis and are also treated.
Dr Evangelia Georgouli, a dermatology and venereology specialist, is an expert on personalized treatment with extemporaneous preparations – medicines prepared individually by pharmacies on the basis of a prescription. They are essential because the required combinations of active ingredients frequently aren’t available as over-the-counter medication.
Die Neurodermitis zeigt sich von Patient zu Patient unterschiedlich. Manchmal sind es dezente Hautveränderungen mit ausgeprägtem Juckreiz, andere Patienten leiden unter großflächigen Ekzemen. Die Behandlung der Neurodermitis gehört zu den Spezialgebieten der Swiss Derma Clinic in Zürich. Je nach Ausprägung stehen Ihnen verschiedene Behandlungen zur Verfügung.
Sie erhalten Ihre ganz individuelle Therapie. Zu Beginn steht immer eine ausführliche Befragung, Untersuchung und Beratung. Oft liegen zusätzlich Allergien und weitere Beeinträchtigungen wie Asthma vor. Für Ihre Behandlung nutzen wir zum Beispiel die folgenden Möglichkeiten:
The healing effect of UV light has been used in medicine for thousands of years. Unlike the natural sun, artificially produced UV radiation can be used in a controlled and dosed manner. Unwanted side effects or too intensive sun exposure are thus extremely low. In phototherapy (light therapy) we use UVA and UVB rays depending on the skin disease. Concentrated UV radiation can reduce inflammation even in deeper skin areas. UV therapy is used in high doses as well as in low doses for neurodermatitis.
Phototherapy has been used in dermatology for many years to treat atopic dermatitis. It is usually combined with other treatments. Several sessions are needed to achieve the desired treatment success. Afterwards, a maintenance therapy with occasional irradiation is usually sufficient. At the Swiss Derma Clinic in Zurich, we will advise you in detail and draw up an individual treatment plan for you.
Neurodermatitis is also known as atopic dermatitis or atopic eczema. It is a chronic inflammatory skin disease. Typically, itching and, in many cases, allergies are part of the clinical picture. Neurodermatitis presents differently depending on the severity of the disease. Usually there are several dry, scaly, reddened and itchy skin areas. The disease is chronic, so it does not disappear completely. Thanks to very good treatment options, long periods without symptoms can be achieved today.
Neurodermatitis often begins in infancy or childhood. The course of the disease is characterised by episodes - intervals without symptoms alternate with symptomatic periods.
Causes include a genetic predisposition and a disturbed skin barrier. The body lacks certain proteins that are necessary to build up the skin's protective barrier. As a result, the skin dries out and is susceptible to external influences. The sensitive skin itches and becomes inflamed quickly - eczema develops. Often, the body also reacts to allergenic substances such as animal hair, pollen or grass. The immune system is misdirected, so to speak.
The typical body parts for atopic eczema are the arms, hands, knees, feet and the neck area. In young children, the head (also milk crust) and the entire arms and legs are often affected.
Many factors can trigger a neurodermatitis flare-up. What these are in detail is as individual as the patient. For some people, foods such as kiwis, strawberries, sausage, milk, eggs, soy or nuts trigger a flare-up. For others, stress factors, strong temperature fluctuations, perfumes or special ingredients of cosmetic products play a role. Often, the personal triggers are already known. The most common factors for an acute neurodermatitis flare-up are:
In individual cases, a symptom diary can help to identify important triggers. Note down which foods you ate before a flare-up and which care products you use. Preservatives, the new detergent or hair dyes can also trigger a neurodermatitis flare-up.
If you know your skin well and already know which irritants aggravate your neurodermatitis, you should avoid them completely if possible. In addition, allergy tests help to identify other triggers. Since atopic dermatitis always causes dry and sensitive skin, it is important to consistently pay attention to appropriate skin care, even in completely symptom-free periods. Get advice on which skin care is appropriate in your case and which ingredients you should avoid.
Magistral formulas, which are specially prepared for you in the pharmacy, can also improve your neurodermatitis in the long term and possibly prevent an acute flare-up of the disease. If possible, avoid extensive bathing or showering and wash with lukewarm water instead of hot water. Ensure a pleasant indoor climate. Air your rooms regularly, especially if you have recently renovated. If possible, avoid irritating fumes such as cigarette smoke.
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