10 Tips to STOP the Itch | Eczema and TSW

[@Rob-me8vp]

By far the best thing to reduce my itchiness has been organic coconut oil. Shea butter did nothing and maybe made it more itchy. I use the coconut oil and now I rarely have to use a topical steroid. My skin has almost gone back to normal.

[@FightingEczema]

Amazing! That’s great to hear. There are lots of options when it comes to natural moisturizers, it’s all about finding the one that works specifically for you!

[@EccentricHuman]

Omg samex i get instant relief with the cold pressed pure coconut oil that i have i am also not using any steroid cream at all

[@AmakaAmah-bl7rr]

Did you buy it or you do it by yourself??

[@FightingEczema]

It’s probably easiest to buy 100% coconut oil! You can find it at most health stores and even grocery stores. Just make sure you get one that is 100% coconut oil without additives 😊

[@waiataaroha]

@@FightingEczema organic coconut oil made it worse for me

[@laurapritchard5598]

It's the bacteria on the skin that needs attention..... even if you still stop scratching you'll still have eczema..... 😢

[@FightingEczema]

Agreed! I am a huge fan of testing the skin microbiome. The good news is that the imbalance of bacteria on the skin is often an issue that we can fix!

[@markoandjelkovic8380]

@@FightingEczema how is the best way for me to find out about bacteria on the skin? I've been dealing with eczema my whole life, and recently since Oct 2023 have been dealing with TSW. I assume there is some sort of bacteria or fungal infection on my skin, due to all the scratching, and skin breaking...

[@FightingEczema]

I would find a naturopathic doctor or other healthcare professional in your area that can order microbiome testing. I believe there are also online test kits that you can order to test your skin at home yourself. However, I wouldn’t focus solely on your skin microbiome. Also look into your gut microbiome, hormone health, immune system health, etc as those could also be contributing factors. Good luck with the TSW journey! If you need some support, feel free to check out our coaching programs, we have hidden Feb 2024 discounts that are ending at the end of the month!

[@positivevibesonly4426]

Bleach bath

[@alyssaramos8206]

I feel like another good tip is detoxification. I have went through so much bad flare-ups/inflammations, feeling like i would never get better. But detoxing the body is what helped to ease the itch and heal the inside and the outside of my body. I still have eczema and psoriasis, but it's slowly healing. I recommend detoxification which is basically cleansing..so vegetable juice, water and mostly eating raw foods. I'm telling you, this is a strong testimony for me to share to those who are suffering with eczema/psoriasis. It makes a huge difference. As for the products that i apply unto my skin are just natural creams or oils. Coconut oil, castor oil, shea butter or comfry cream (natural homemade cream) are some very helpful skin products. Let's keep our hopes up!

[@FightingEczema]

Agreed! What are your thoughts on fasting? Some people believe fasting is a great way to “detox” and I’ve seen it work for a lot of us eczema sufferers.

[@alyssaramos8206]

@FightingEczema Yes, fasting is indeed a good way of getting better. I have done it many times while doing detoxification and the result of it is miraculous. The only problem is temptation and poor self-control. When I feed myself with sweets, overdoing it and getting addicted to it. That's when my eczema comes back, worsening and having to go through the itching cycle all over again.

[@FightingEczema]

@alyssaramos8206 Even though I am 99% healed, consuming too much sugar is one of the things that may trigger a flare up and cause my eczema to come back!

[@VillaTrece-jf5ey]

😊

[@positivevibesonly4426]

Everything you said is 💯 facts! Thank you. Great advice you give to those of us who are suffering from this dreadful skin condition:(

[@FightingEczema]

Thank you! Hope it helps you!

[@josephscanlan6179]

I had this for two years on my lower legs, the itch was insane, I noticed that sunshine and warm water would cause a stinging sensation and the itch would be worse at night when my legs were warm under the donna and that a hot shower would sting, my shower head is on a hose so I make the water as hot as I can bare on normal skin then hose my legs and feet it stings like crazy for five to ten seconds but then the itch totally stops, I think the heat kills the bacteria and promotes your immune system to repair the skin, do this every two to three days and in a month your skin will be as good as new, it worked for me anyway, its just something I figured out on my own.

[@FightingEczema]

Thanks for sharing your experience! Usually hot water makes things worse so that’s interesting to hear it helped you. Glad you recovered! 😊

[@ajh9429]

Will you ever do asmr again? Also nice to see you back!!!!

[@FightingEczema]

I will try to find time to make a video just for you 😉

[@virginiaechaluce3646]

THANKS for sharing

[@FightingEczema]

Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@lilliananderson1986]

Have had light seasonal eczema since I was 15. Now I have Contact Dermatitis. Before I had a patch test done, I was using several items that I had no idea was actually making it worse! Lavender & Chamomile were 2 things that really flared it up! Avoiding 30+ ingredients isn’t easy being a mobile groomer 😢

[@FightingEczema]

Oh no! Was it lavender and chamomile essential oils? How about lavender and chamomile tea? But yes I agree it can be so hard to avoid things and ahhh being a mobile groomer must make it so much harder 😭

[@barbryll8596]

Cool bedroom helps immensely. Also if your skin seems beyond help , try tallow moisturizers. I use one that has 2 ingredients. No burn and safe for face and eyelids

[@FightingEczema]

Great tip!

[@SharonTroyer-h4o]

7:23

[@maimunahibrahim5499]

Tq for the video...good suggestions & helps find ways to reduce itchiness...👍👍👍

[@FightingEczema]

Glad it helped! 😊

[@JohnaDelacruz08]

Thank you for sharing

[@FightingEczema]

No problem! Hope it helps you and your skin. 😊

[@karenmyers3444]

Ice packs for the itch. Oil just keeps the heat in and makes the itch worse.

[@FightingEczema]

Yes I love the ice pack recommendation!

[@marielacey7928]

Not. Looking for fight but my Dermatologist questions steroid withdrawal.I cannot stand being cold and causes a world of problems I really like to ask if you have any information on Chronic Skin Pain Eczema is like toxic friend with you all the time

[@FightingEczema]

Yeah TSW is more of a newer condition that is just being learned about so if your dermatologist is older or is not keeping up with new research, that might be why they are questioning it. I totally understand how you might be feeling so the your skin. I really recommend you find someone who can work with you individually to help determine the root causes of your skin issues. It’s a little too difficult for me to provide you with any information without getting to know you. Chronic pain from eczema can be caused by so many things unfortunately.

[@marielacey7928]

@@FightingEczema Thank you for replying I have had my itchy demon from six months to sixty My Dermatologist has just opened a dedicated Eczema Clinic. So he's definitely up to date Like I said before it's the skin pain I cannot find any help for .I'm in the UK by the way. Thank you for even talking about

[@FightingEczema]

@marielacey7928 ah gotcha! Have you discussed the associations between dermatitis and the nervous system? Might be something to investigate further when it comes to this skin pain. There could be something deep and complex going on between your immune system and your nervous system that is leading to this demon itch.

[@marielacey7928]

@@FightingEczemaYes it's all been discussed I was told years ago that I had nerve damage but the sad thing is there no analgesic answer yet so I'm using the biological at the moment.im a retired nurse and I was talking to a drip rep at work quite a few years ago and asked if there was any new treatments and he turned and said to me "You see Marie Eczema is not sexy " my response no it's not to sexy from the inside

[@FightingEczema]

@marielacey7928 Ah shoot, your eczema must really love you to be staying with you for so long 😭😭😭. Keep me updated if you find something that helps you!

[@davidchung4651]

good tips 👍🏿🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@FightingEczema]

Thank you! Hope they help you! 😊

[@edjasper6296]

I get itchy little white bumps, that are insatiable.

[@FightingEczema]

Oh no! I know the feeling 🥲. Try your best to determine the root cause of these bumps if possible!

[@junielee-bw8gp]

Staph?

[@shakthidhasan4544]

Also should consider black current seed oil to manage the itch.

[@FightingEczema]

I’ve heard good things about black current seed oil but never had the chance to try it myself! Thanks for adding your experience!

[@norikojung472]

Thanks for this vid, suffering from eczema flare right now 😢

[@FightingEczema]

Oh no! Hope it subsides soon!

[@norikojung472]

@@FightingEczema doc gave me again cream and some calamine lotion and antihistamine tabs. Thanksss 🙏

[@FightingEczema]

@norikojung472 Great. Don’t forgot to try finding the root causes of your eczema! For example, is it stress, gut health, food sensitivities, hormone imbalances, poor sleep, etc.

[@mudelta4068]

@@FightingEczema Have you FOUND the ROOT CAUSES of your eczema?

[@nehaahuja2002]

I want to keep myself busy but bcoz of so many cuts on my hands I can't do most of the tasks 😢

[@sherryroopnarine5864]

Please tell me what to use for itching skin body's dark spots my face fingers all over body's years ago

[@FightingEczema]

I would focus on finding out the root causes of your skin issues and working on those things! This may include gut health, diet, stress, hormone imbalances, etc. Best of luck!

[@hutochophi9877]

Look awesome

[@Rejoice-ls4hw]

Brother i am from india and i jave been suffering from this only since tofay and i have had this quit a few times in my childhood like once in 2 or 3 years and it goes away but thses comments of people have it for over 10 20 years is scaring me plz help me thank you for the video btw

[@FightingEczema]

Try your best to find out the root cause of the itching!

[@mishamavani7411]

Currently going through TSW for 3 months now, and your videos are really, really helpful and useful. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge/tips to help us get through this! Really appreciate it.

[@FightingEczema]

Glad to hear! Keep it up, you’ll get through this!

[@adedoyinoladapo5380]

But. what if the hitching is sweetening person including private part

[@FightingEczema]

Sweating around private parts can be hard to handle for sure! I would look into breathable clothing and doing your best to prevent sweating until the skin around those areas heals first.

[@adedoyinoladapo5380]

@@FightingEczema can someone contact the itching from sex

[@adedoyinoladapo5380]

@@FightingEczema I am currently battling with the itching including my wife she is also inching her body too

[@BenNunneh]

I had experienced itching body All over my skin.

[@FightingEczema]

It’s really not fun right!?

[@HariLeela-g3m]

My face neck and by back itching and red rashes cause from Hair dye reaction. My GP doctor give me steroid cream but no use..I was really suffering! Can you please suggest what to do it's been 2and half months, I tried 3 types of ointments but no relief!!

[@FightingEczema]

There are likely factors that are preventing the skin from healing. It could be anything! Maybe soaps and shampoos you are using are irritating your skin. Maybe you have an inflammatory diet. Maybe stress is causing the reaction to continue. Try your best to figure out what the “root causes” of your skin issues are.

[@HariLeela-g3m]

@@FightingEczema Thank you so much Just want to ask is there any solution or Home remedies?? it caused by Hair dye only!!

[@FightingEczema]

I’ve heard of people having success with more natural topicals such as coconut oil or jojoba oil! You can also maybe look into Apple cider vinegar rinses. Hope it clears up soon! Sometimes it takes time

[@konstantinoschristou3701]

Thanks

[@FightingEczema]

Hope it was helpful!

[@HibaZbaita]

thank uuu 💗💗

[@FightingEczema]

Hope it was helpful!

[@mudelta4068]

Unless you only mistakenly included TSW in your title, you lost me at saying how "ANNOYING" you knew itching was. TORMENTING or TORTUROUS work better for me, and especially concerning TSW,. Take TSW out of the title, and 10/10 great video, sensible tips for not only healthy skin but good health in general. For some they may prove to be lifestyle changes for avoiding eczema flare ups., even when-as is likely for most-they are impossible to keep up 100% of the time-making flares inevitable. But they remain important to bear in mind, nevertheless. However, for the ongoing torture of TSW itch, interrupting days, weeks, months and even years of sleep, with an endless horizon of misery the only prospect, these tips are utterly useless beyond encouraging sufferers to maintain good healthy living habits despite the misery they are enduring. TSW is NOT the same diagnosis as eczema. It is a totally different disease. It is a withdrawal from drugs syndrome, not an auto-immune condition somewhat correlating to diet, exercise, sleep etc. These tips will do next to nothing to prevent or help to alleviate the endless waves of bone deep itching that comes with TSW, let alone STOPPING it. Anyone who has experienced it would understand that. In fact, when suffering the worst of TSW itch, tips exactly like these come across as patronising, and belittling of the pain and devastation the condition inflicts. Suggesting otherwise is basically as useful as your introductory joke advice "don't scratch". Here's my tip to enjoy a life avoiding TRULY PATHOLOGICALLY CONSEQUENTIAL itch, not just ANNOYING itch, which is a part of everyone's life, and of course, the lives particularly of eczema prone people. My advice is DON'T USE STEROIDS ON YOUR SKIN EVER, FOR ANYTHING, UNDER ANY BUT THE MOST EXTRAORDINARY CIRCUMSTANCES.. Follow that advice and you will never have to experience what TSW itch is, and trust me, that is something you will be ever grateful for.

[@FightingEczema]

Totally agree! The thing is, some of these tips may help to reduce the itch in some people with TSW. Maybe not a lot of itch reduction but any little improvement makes a difference when the itch is that bad. There is also a huge range of severity when it comes to TSW. Maybe these tips won’t help if you are in the most severe stages of TSW but maybe some people are a couple years in and just need some slight itch reduction to get them through the day. Hope you understand! 😊

[@mudelta4068]

​@@FightingEczema I do understand. It's very easy to be angry when sleepless and desperate, and lash out, and I hope I didn't come across as taking it out on your work. It's great to have a place to speak out, We are all on the same side on this and thanks for being a positive advocate. Thanks too for replying with grace to my comment, especially because of its critical content. Keep up the good work.

[@erikreid603]

Please keep making videos

[@FightingEczema]

Will do! Thanks for the support. ⭐️

[@Rob-me8vp]

Bought it. It’s called Coconut Baby.

[@FightingEczema]

Keep us updated on how it works for you!

[@ClubMotivated]

Is it just me or doest the start of a scratch feel ORGASMIC? I usually scratch till i bleed and i noticed how intense the pleasure is at first which leads to this

[@FightingEczema]

AGREED! I remember I would go into scratching trances because it felt so good 🥲 but unfortunately those scratching sessions is when you do the most damage to your skin 😭

[@alkapatil6375]

Vheri nice व्हिडिओ ❤

[@alkapatil6375]

I am india suffrig ड्राय eksima lethr seven month ago I teak alot medisen for drmo but not rilif I like your spich and tell mi wat इन food I it pliz riplay my english is not well pliz understand sjest creck mya foot and hand iam grin mad condishion ❤❤❤

[@Rejoice-ls4hw]

Brother I am from india and i have been suffering from this only since today and i have had this quit a few times in my childhood like once in 2 or 3 years and it goes away in 1 or 2 days but thses comments of people have it for over 10 20 years is scaring me plz help me thank you for the video btw

[@FightingEczema]

Hello, I recommend getting a thorough check up done by your doctor and going from there. It is a little difficult for me to provide any help through comments here. Best of luck.

[@nehaahuja2002]

I want to keep myself busy but bcoz of so many cuts on my hands I can't do many tasks 😢

[@Rejoice-ls4hw]

@@nehaahuja2002 sorry to hear that

[@FightingEczema]

It’s tough but stay strong! It’ll heal eventually

[@Rejoice-ls4hw]

@@FightingEczema I win brother it's over

[@smartonline3632]

Please read..Put steamorub Vicks(or any kind of Vicks) on the body......thank me later.

[@FightingEczema]

Nice tip! I love Vicks! 💙

[@sylvianono7028]

Where can I buy steamorub vicks

[@FightingEczema]

Depends on which country you are in but most pharmacies will carry it!

[@haadiyamaryam]

do you recommend quercetin or glycine? especially for the terrible itch 😢

[@FightingEczema]

It depends on the root cause of the itch! Quercetin is great for itching due to histamine or allergies. Glycine is great for people who are more itchy at night. Do you have a general idea of your root cause if the itchiness?

[@haadiyamaryam]

@@FightingEczema i definitely itch more at night (around 2-4 am) and yes i cannot tolerate foods that are high in histamines i react very quickly…do i take both of them then? 😅

[@FightingEczema]

It’s hard for me to recommend one over the other without doing a full intake! If you find you are itchy more at night, I would suggest trying to optimize your sleep first. This is because if you fall asleep easier and sleep well, you won’t even be able to scratch since you will be sleeping like a baby 😴.

[@haadiyamaryam]

@@FightingEczema Thank you so much for the reply, really appreciate it! 🩵

[@FightingEczema]

@haadiyamaryam no problem! Keep me updated 🤩

[@tedallison6112]

Great advice 100%----however,as a lifetime competitive runner who currently runs 12K daily year round..... @ this point I'm def not going to change sports. Plus living in Houston, Texas is a massive negative on many levels!

[@FightingEczema]

12k daily that’s awesome! I love running too, got a couple 10k races coming up in a couple months but that’s nothing compared to your daily habits haha. I truly think that people with skin issues should be exercising everyday. Did sweating from your runs irritate your skin at all?

[@tedallison6112]

I ran my entire life w zero sunscreen ( OMG!) A derm told me " it's the cumulative affect" true enough!I intue that on 1 hand sunscreen helps,yet,in another way,hurts from clogging up... well everything. I predominantly get " rashes" where the moving parts of running rub. It's a real catch 22. I find the more I run the healthier I am on every level( to a point) I also play piano 4-6 hours daily ( concert level) so the moving rubbing parts often apply hear as well. I stopped the gym because I've run 100% barefoot for 4 years now& I do all my weight-lifting barefoot too. I already ❤ your videos after watching 1---your a perfect knowledgable confidant for amazingly appropriate & pertinent information. 5 🌟's I believe all healing from the inside -out, not the reverse--steroids just mask the real story right?

[@FightingEczema]

@tedallison6112 great story! And yes, here at Fighting Eczema we focus on finding the ROOT CAUSES of skin conditions! Better to tackle the cause and not just treat symptoms.

[@tedallison6112]

@@FightingEczema -it's very unclear as there are SO many variables to consider.( dietary,environmental, situational/ circumstantial ect..) I'm currently debating the efficacy of the sun. On 1 had the vitamin D ( actually hormone) vs the UV---AB&C sunscreen or not. Infa -red purportedly has positive skin outcomes-meaning be put side more near twilight.

[@MarthaMashigo-s1i]

Tank you,that true,is like that❤

[@FightingEczema]

Hope the video helps you!

[@lexakomtrikru]

papa yam pls make asmr vid again we miss u😢

[@FightingEczema]

Adding this to my “to-do” list!

[@rachellepeterson6225]

THANK YOU VERY MUCH❤

[@FightingEczema]

No problem, hope it helps!

[@chevonkerr1811]

Morning bro

[@FightingEczema]

Good morning! Best of luck today.

[@Prince_Kuragin]

Now i brave enough to off my fan to make my body accept the heat,,,sometime its itchy on neck and shoulders..now i get used to it like back there before today skin condition

[@FightingEczema]

It’s amazing how the body can adapt! Your skin will get better, I believe in you.

[@lilliananderson1986]

I heard eczema is hereditary. All of the women in my mothers side has it.

[@FightingEczema]

Ah yes, genetics can play a big role unfortunately.