Atopic dermatitis can be a vicious cycle of stress triggering flares and flares causing increased stress.
Learn more about the fleeting nature of AD that makes triggers so difficult to manage.
Navigating the Cycle
Atopic dermatitis is unpredictable by nature.
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Flares can occur in response to stress or environmental factors, but they can also occur seemingly at random.
Each individual will have differences that make their experience unique.
The frequency, intensity, and length of flares are highly variable and difficult to predict or control.
This can take a major toll on mental health.
They might struggle to commit to plans, not knowing what state they will be in on the day.
Every winter my hands get very dry and get cracked, itchy, and bleed.
I also have eczema scars over my entire body.
These in turn cause a lot of frustration for me.
And this is every day.
These in turn cause a lot of frustration for me.
And this is every day.
It is okay if something that helped someone else is not the right fit.
Getting Support
Having a solid support system is crucial for mental health.
Having a support system can also be key to living with a skin condition.
Mental health and physical health are intertwined, and you deserve full support for both.
Fortunately, support and coping tools are available for those who struggle with these symptoms.
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