Can people with neurodermatitis eat beef?

Written by Xie Ming Feng
Dermatology
Updated on September 20, 2024
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Neurodermatitis, also known as chronic simple lichen, is a common type of chronic inflammatory skin disease characterized by paroxysmal severe itching and lichenoid changes in the skin due to neurofunctional dysfunction. Its causes may be related to various internal and external factors such as neuropsychiatric factors, gastrointestinal dysfunction, endocrine disorders, local skin irritation, and diet. After developing neurodermatitis, it is recommended that patients minimize alcohol consumption and intake of spicy, stimulating foods, seafood such as fish, shrimp, and crab, and meats like beef, lamb, and dog meat.

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Can neurodermatitis heal by itself?

The main characteristic of neurodermatitis is that the skin shows lichenoid changes and paroxysmal intense itching. During the course of the disease, it is easy to form a vicious cycle of itching, scratching, more itching, and more scratching, which further develops the disease. Therefore, neurodermatitis generally has a chronic course, is perennially incurable, or recurs frequently, and its chances of cure are extremely low.

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Symptoms of neurodermatitis

Neurodermatitis is a common skin disease characterized primarily by cracked or leather-like rashes, frequently occurring on the eyelids, neck, hands, and also on the trunk of the body. Patients often experience episodic itching, which can intensify and become more noticeable during periods of prolonged sleep deprivation, emotional instability, or high stress. Neurodermatitis can severely affect the quality of life and emotional well-being of patients, and it is crucial to seek timely treatment.

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Can people with neurodermatitis eat lamb?

Neurodermatitis, also known as chronic simple lichen, is a common chronic inflammatory disease characterized by paroxysmal severe itching and lichenoid skin changes. Its causes may be related to neuropsychiatric factors, gastrointestinal dysfunction, endocrine disorders, local skin irritation, diet, and other factors. In Chinese medicine, mutton is considered a warm and hot product. It has the effects of nourishing the kidney and strengthening yang, benefiting qi and blood, and dispelling wind and cold. For this reason, it is also considered a "triggering food." Therefore, in clinical practice, we recommend that patients with neurodermatitis should be cautious in consuming mutton, dog meat, and other warm and dry products.

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Does garlic treat neurodermatitis?

Neurodermatitis, also known as chronic simple lichen, is a common chronic inflammatory skin disorder characterized by episodic intense itching and lichenification. The causes may be related to various internal and external factors, including neuropsychiatric factors, gastrointestinal dysfunction, endocrine disorders, diet, and local irritation. Clinically, treatment involves the careful selection of topical medications based on the characteristics, location, and type of skin lesions. Common topical medications include corticosteroid ointments, tar ointments, and moisturizing anti-itch ointments. Folk remedies often use garlic to treat neurodermatitis. In traditional Chinese medicine, garlic is known for its insecticidal and itch-relieving properties, but it is quite irritating. Intense irritation on the skin can cause redness, blisters, swelling, and itching, leading to allergic dermatitis. Therefore, it is not recommended to use garlic for treating neurodermatitis.

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Can people with neurodermatitis eat eggs?

Neurodermatitis, also known as chronic simple lichen, is a common chronic inflammatory skin disorder characterized by episodic intense itching and lichenified skin. The causes of this disorder may be related to various internal and external factors, including neuropsychiatric factors, endocrine disturbances, gastrointestinal dysfunction, diet, and local skin irritants. If you are not allergic to eggs, you can generally eat eggs with neurodermatitis. However, you should consume less alcohol and avoid spicy, hot foods, and foods that may trigger allergic reactions such as shrimp, crab, and other seafood.