Since the beginning of winter, the number of patients with “winter dermatitis” in dermatology clinics has increased significantly, mainly manifested by the appearance of fine scales on the skin, especially on the front of the shins of the lower legs, and in severe cases, the skin is dry and cracked, and itching is intense. What are the causes of dermatitis in winter? What should be noted by dermatitis patients in winter? Where is the best place to go for dermatitis treatment?…
What is winter dermatitis?
Winter dermatitis, also known as “seborrheic dermatitis”, is a series of symptoms caused by a dry winter climate and a lack of adequate moisturization of the skin surface due to reduced oil production.
What are the manifestations of winter dermatitis?
Winter dermatitis is characterized by the appearance of small scales on the skin and, in severe cases, “broken porcelain”-like cracks, especially on the front of the shins of the lower legs, and dry cracks on the back of the hands.
Dry, flaky skin can stimulate the itchy nerve, leading to itching, scratching, and bleeding.
Excessive scratching also affects the quality of sleep. The sebaceous gland secretion function of the elderly begins to deteriorate, while that of young children is not yet complete, making the elderly and children the main victims of winter dermatitis.
What are the causes of dermatitis in winter?
In autumn and winter, the sebaceous glands and sweat glands secrete less and their own water retention function is poor, resulting in skin moisture loss
Bathing too often and using strong alkaline soap or body wash, or preferring to bathe in hot water, can aggravate the dryness of the skin.
A recent study suggests that bathing irritation is a risk factor for generalized seborrheic dermatitis, but susceptibility factors within the patient’s body may play a more important role.
What should patients with winter dermatitis be aware of?
The five contraindications to taking a shower
One, avoid bathing too often
The second, avoid the bath water is too hot
Three, avoid rubbing too heavy
Four, avoid too strong alkaline washing and bathing products
Five, avoid bathing for too long.
Note: winter bath 1-2 times a week, the water temperature should not exceed 45 ℃, dry the skin after bathing and apply moisturizing lotion.
Diet taboos
It is advisable to eat more animal liver, eggs, cod liver oil and other foods rich in vitamin A. Sesame, peanuts, soybeans, black beans and other foods rich in linoleic acid can moisturize the skin, drink more water, eat more carrots, pumpkin, fresh vegetables and fruits, etc.
Avoid seafood, beef, mutton, alcohol, chili, strong tea, coffee and other stimulating foods.
The home clothing: indoor ventilation is often kept fresh, loose underwear, soft, to be washed and changed, preferably with cotton products, chemical fiber fabrics prone to skin allergies.
How to treat winter dermatitis?
If you are suffering from dermatitis, take antihistamines, vitamin AD and vitamin E internally and use emollient creams externally to relieve the symptoms. Severe cases should go to a hospital dermatology department and use medication under the guidance of a doctor. Do not use hormone ointments for a long time without permission to avoid many adverse reactions. Patients with psoriasis (psoriasis), ichthyosis, skin amyloid lesions and other skin diseases have similarities between their winter rashes and winter dermatitis, and should regularly visit the hospital to prevent the recurrence of old diseases.