Can people with neurodermatitis eat lamb?

Written by Xie Ming Feng
Dermatology
Updated on September 05, 2024
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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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What medicine is used for neurodermatitis of the eyelid?

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Is neurodermatitis a fungus?

Neurodermatitis is a common chronic inflammatory skin disease characterized by episodic intense itching and lichenoid changes in the skin. The main causes are likely related to neuropsychiatric factors, diet, local skin irritation, gastrointestinal dysfunction, endocrine disorders, and many other factors. It has no relationship with fungi. If the skin is infected by fungi, common diseases include tinea capitis, tinea pedis, tinea unguium, tinea cruris, tinea corporis, and so on.

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The early symptoms of neurodermatitis primarily manifest as small, flat polygonal papules the size of pinpoints or rice grains on the skin of the neck, sacral area, elbows, inner thighs, perineum, and around the anus. These can appear red, light red, or light brown and are relatively hard in texture. The surface may have a small amount of coagulated blood. Due to episodic severe itching, a vicious cycle of itching, scratching, more itching, and more scratching occurs during the course of the disease, which can lead to the merging of rashes into large patches.

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Where to apply moxibustion for neurodermatitis?

Neurodermatitis, also known as chronic simple lichen, is a common chronic inflammatory skin disease characterized by episodic intense itching and lichenoid skin changes due to a neuro-functional disorder. Clinically, it is divided into localized and disseminated types, presenting chronic relapses and prone to recurring, prolonging healing. Clinically, patients often seek help from traditional Chinese medicine after ineffective treatments with Western medicine and drugs. In addition to oral Chinese medicine and topical herbal ointments, acupuncture is also used in treatment. Common acupuncture points used include Quchi, Zusanli, Fengchi, Fengmen, Feishu, and Baichongwo, among others. Additional points may be selected based on the patient's specific symptoms. Various moxibustion techniques can be employed such as mild moxibustion, garlic-separated moxibustion, and ginger-separated moxibustion.

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Can laser treat neurodermatitis effectively?

Neurodermatitis is a type of allergic disease, mostly developed from dermatitis, eczema, or common allergic reactions. It is generally treated with oral and topical medications, which can control or cure the condition. There is generally no need for laser treatment. Although the skin of neurodermatitis may thicken and proliferate, and the treatment results may be slow, laser treatment can cause extensive damage to the epidermis, making it more difficult to heal later. It is essential to receive proper treatment in the dermatology department of a regular hospital for neurodermatitis. Instead of using laser, treatment can include oral and topical medications, along with options like red or blue light therapy or liquid nitrogen freezing. After recovery, it's important to regulate your diet and lifestyle habits, avoid staying up late, exercise appropriately, and not wash with hot water.