Tips for Working With Your Doctor
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Provide complete, accurate medical information.
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Make a list of your questions and concerns in advance.
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Be honest and share your point of view with the doctor.
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Ask for clarification or further explanation if you need it.
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Talk to other members of the health care team, such as nurses, therapists, or pharmacists.
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Don’t hesitate to discuss sensitive subjects with your doctor.
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Discuss changes to medical treatment or medications with your doctor.
Why homeopathy for Atopic Dermatitis?
Major benefits of homeopathy could be summarized as under:
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It addresses altered immune system, treating the roots of this autoimmune disease.
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It is not superficial but deep acting; gives lasting to almost permanent results in most cases.
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It is absolutely harmless, safe and non–toxic.
Duration of treatment :
The total length of treatment varies form case to case, depending of the following factors:
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Duration of Atopic Dermatitis
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Areas affected
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Extent of spread
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Previous medication (Extensive use of oral or local cortisone)
One may expect a definite change in about three to five months, depending on the extent. The total length of medication may be anything between six months to two years or longer.
How to get started with the treatment?
1.For Online Treatment from Dr. Nikam, kindly send a mail on
dr.amar@ahhhc.com and
adnikam_hospital@yahoo.com including your diagnosis and current complaints or symptoms along with your detail postal address with contact no. We will inform you the details for the same on your e-mail id.
2. Either if possible to come personally to my hospital for the treatment book an appointment via phone call or e-mail.
Do’s & Dont’s
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Prevent scratching or rubbing whenever possible.
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Protect skin from excessive moisture, irritants, and rough clothing.
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Maintain a cool, stable temperature and consistent humidity levels.
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Limit exposure to dust, cigarette smoke, pollens, and animal dander.
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Recognize and limit emotional stress.
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Skin care in patients
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As the ailment is chronic and of relapsing nature, persistence with proper skin care is a must. The patient and his care–takers should be educated about the disease triggers and measures to avoid them.
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Bathe less frequently: Patient should opt to bathe just two or three times a week with lukewarm water (avoid hot water) maximum for 5–10 minutes
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Gently pat skin dry with a towel after bathing. Apply moisturizer immediately after bathing or swimming while the skin is still damp so as to seal in the moisture especially during winter
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Avoid using soap. Restrict use of soap to genitals, axillae, hands and feet
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Use of mild cleanser or moisturizing soap is recommended. Mild soaps clean without excessively removing natural oils.
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To retain the moisture after application of moisturizer patient could cover the area with a wrap or if hands are involved he can use gloves. This is not advised when steroidal applications are used as it increases the potential for developing their side–effects.
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Soaking the lesion in sodium bicarbonate or colloidal oatmeal to bath helps in reduce itching.
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By wearing gloves in the winter patient can prevent skin from being exposed to cold air with little humidity which can dry the skin.
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Regularly clip nails to prevent abrasion of skin while scratching. This reduces the chances of developing secondary infection.
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Avoid contact with allergens or irritants to the skin e.g. wool, perfumes, detergents, etc.
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Children should be encouraged to drink plenty of water. Fluids help add moisture to the skin.
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Food substances that provoke allergies (allergens) should be avoided, e.g.: Tomatoes which can be acidic.
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Tight–fitting, rough or scratchy clothing can irritate the skin. Wool and some synthetics are especially likely to irritate the skin. Wearing cotton and cotton blends are better choices.
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Scratching the skin rash: Patients often find it difficult to control this urge hence they should cover the affected area with a dressing or wear gloves at night to reduce damage to the skin caused by scratching accidentally during sleep.
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Avoid strenuous exercise during a flare–up as sweating can irritate the rash.
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Try and reduce mental and physical stress. Stress can trigger flare–ups. Older children and adults can learn breathing techniques and meditation to reduce stress.