Stress, its influence on atopic dermatitis

Atopic dermatitis is a chronic skin condition that causes dryness, itching and inflammation. Although it is common in the first years of life, it can manifest itself at any age, occasionally worsening. It is not contagious, but it is very irritating.

This condition, also known as eczema, causes various factorss, but a direct connection with stress has been proven, given that it can act as a trigger for disease outbreaks in 40% and 50% of cases.

This relationship between stress and dermatitis is bidirectional, that is, stress can worsen the disease, But atopic dermatitis and its treatment can also cause stress in patients, as physical injuries cause discomfort, stigmatization and negative self-perception.

Although the main cause of this the disease remains unknown, Stress is one of the factors that increases the risk of the body suffering from it or accelerates the process. For this reason, psychological help can be considered a primary resource in the treatment of this disease, complementing what is prescribed by the doctor.

Striker

“Perceptionn changed skin and is socially considered unattractive creates in them upset people “which increases stress and scratching, turning atopic dermatitis into a chronic stressor for the patient,” explained Dr. Eyra Medina, head of inflammation and immunology at Pfizer for Central America and the Caribbean.

That’s why, “through science, at Pfizer we want transform the management of this and other autoimmune and inflammatory conditions, with innovative therapies that target specific places in the body where the cause of the problem is known to occur and enable a better quality of life for patients,” he emphasized.

He added: “Chronic stress alters the normal functioning of various systems, such as the endocrine, nervous, immune and psychological systems.”

“These systems are interconnected, so what affects one affects and conditions the others. And the skin is connected to all of that.” he also said.

Chronic stress disrupts normal functioning various systems, such as endocrine, nervous, immunological and psychological. These systems are interconnected; So, what affects one, affects and conditions others. And the skin is connected to all of that,” said the specialist on the occasion of World Atopic Dermatitis Day, which will be celebrated on September 14.
Treatment

Treatment is aimed at prevention inflammation and dysfunction of the skin barrier, as well as treatment of infections, if they occur.

Early intervention could prevent further exposure and sensitization to other allergens later in life.

International day

In the frame World Atopic Dermatitis Day, Patients are advised to recognize and avoid irritating products that cause itching, as scratching often triggers aggravation.

Some common triggers include rough fabrics, dry skin, skin infectionsheat, perspiration, cleaning products, dust mites, mold, pollen, tobacco smoke, cold, dry air, odors and irritating chemicals.