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Suffering from this skin disease causes depression and anxiety in & # 39; six of 10 patients, which affects the quality of life and even lead to thoughts & # 39; suicide, say specialists.
the – atopic dermatitis is a chronic skin disorder consisting of pruritic rash and desquamative. It's kind of & # 39; eczema. And according to the National Library of Medicine & # 39; the United States. UU is more common in infants. Can & # 39; start even at the age of & # 39; 2 to 6 months. Many people jegħlbuha over time in early adulthood.
"Because of their symptoms, patients see their lives affected to various socio-economic reasons that this condition involves", stated the dermatologist Angelica Beirana to Efe.
The specialist noted that, like acne, the atopic dermatitis is one of the leading causes of dermatologic consultation.
Both have a strong impact on the self-esteem of patients regardless of age, because they tend to be treated and discriminated against because of their appearance.
Beirana explained that this disease usually presents its first symptoms in the first year of life and it is very easy to recognize its symptoms.
"In infants, the cheeks become red because of drought, in addition to itching and also part of the red napkin," said the specialist.
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It is therefore recommended to pay attention to the symptoms so babies can be diagnosed and treated in time.
According to a study conducted by the Mexican Dermatology Foundation, a & # 39; patients suffering from this disease, a 60% they depression, 90% anxiety and 85% presents important itching.
Moreover, due to rubbing, hours & # 39; sleep are affected because, on average, 2.5 hours less sleep than the general population.
Also, the 27% patients suffer physical or psychological harassment, mostly children, and a 11% Feel discriminated against because of their skin appearance.
"One of the features of & # 39; this disease is the Most skin presents lesions and bleeding. Often patients hide these symptoms, do not go to public places or lose their jobs to avoid teasing or anything tfixkelhom ", explained María de Jesús Vazquez allerġista.
Although treatment, f & # 39; mild and moderate cases, it is usually based on umidurizzazzjoni skin and drugs, mainly steroids and kortisun, about 2% of all patients fail to control the disease.
"At least 60% of cases are mild, 15% severe and moderate rest, but often self-medication and non & # 39; up to prevent patients from having good control of & # 39; this condition ", said dermatologist Linda Garcia, president of the Mexican Academy of Dermatology.
The specialist explained that patients should be very careful to control this condition, such as the use of & # 39; special soap, only bath b & # 39; hot water in a short time, wear cotton clothing, avoid sweating and changes in & # 39; blow temperature.
Moreover, should be considered multifactorial treatment is necessary to achieve good control of the disease.
Dr. Javier Gómez, president of the College of Allergy and Immunology Clinic of Mexico, stressed that it is necessary for patients to follow treatment instructions and the doctor at the time.
"Failure to do so can & # 39; lead to the development of & # 39; other conditions such as diabetes, hypertension or glaucoma, especially if the drugs are not taken properly," he said.
The specialists asked the population to be aware of the symptoms, especially itching is the main indicator of & # 39; this disease and also invited to join #BajoMiPielDA campaign, intending to inform and raise awareness about this disease.
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