I think I have Dyshidrotic eczema?
Ok, so I’ve had it for at least 6 years now. It’s usually always there, but sometimes it flares right up. The doctors didn’t know what it was and just gave me creams and antibiotics to try and cure it, but nothing really helped. I was doing some research on the internet and came across Dyshidrotic eczema. I’m pretty sure it’s what I have. I get like little pimples or water blisters and it sooooooo freakin itchy. My hands get so dry they crack and sometimes it hurts so bad I can’t even move my fingers. I use lotion ALL the time, no matter how much I put on my hands they never stay moisturized. It really sucks for me because I’m going into tattooing and I can’t really tattoo with all these open wounds on my hands, it’s so depressing because I don’t want some little thing holding me back on my dreams.. Does anyone else have any experiences with this? Is there certain foods I should avoid? Is there any home remedies what can work? Any lotions what will help? I really want it to go away 
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You can use the seeds of chilli peppers that have been stored in the refrigerator for a few weeks to very effectively treat your eczema (it has nothing to do with Capsaicin, the pungent principle). I used to suffer from eczema, in its many forms, since I was about 7 years old. I developed both eczema and asthma shortly after my family moved to the UK. I used to get Dyshidrotic eczema (also known as Pompholyx) on my hands, in particular on my fingers.
I accidentally made the discovery over 10 years ago when I had started eating chilli peppers regularly for another medicinal purpose. It is crucial that the chillies are stored in the refrigerator for about 3 weeks prior to use. Only then will their seeds become active. I have explained the natural process involved (Phytoalexins) in my blog. This is the main reason why, despite the widespread consumption of chillies, it was not discovered sooner. There are links within my blog that provide further explanation together with some scientific data (conducted by Novartis Pharma) that proves the remedy works.
It will cost you very little money (chillies are widely available and cheap) and a bit of inconvenience. The pungency (caused by Capsaicin) can be washed away using warm water to leave almost tasteless seeds (Capsaicin is present on the surface of the seeds, but not inside). The seeds must be crushed or chewed. As far as I know it is totally safe and without side effect. Over time it almost acts like a cure, with repeated usage resulting in your eczema returning in increasingly milder form. It has the following attributes:
- It seems to be totally safe and without side effect (I have overdosed on eating chillies for up to 3 month without noticing any side effect)
- It does not suppress the immune system, like synthetic oral corticosteroids and immunosuppressants like Elidel and Protopic (I was never prone to any infections)
- It does not suffer from resistance, like conventional corticosteroids do (both topical and oral)
- Over time it diminishes eczema, until it becomes very difficult to even deliberately exacerbate it to return. (This has been my experience. I am no longer able to make it flare-up)
- Within a few days you will notice reduced itching
These attributes seem to be confirmed by the observation made by Indian dermatologists, Kanwar and Dhar (based in Chandigarh, northern India), of an exceptionally low incidence of eczema in the adult population in their region (further details in my blog).
I am trying to bring the matter to the attention of anyone with eczema. If you decide to try the remedy, please share your experience with others with eczema.
I get this. I use a cream called Amlactin (available at Walgreen’s at about $7 or $8 a tube). It has a lactic acid base and keeps the hands really well moisturized. Also, when the rash first comes up and is extremely itchy I used a small amount of hydrocortisone cream 10% with aloe to stop the itching. I rarely have it now.