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Recommendations For When Clothes Rubbing On Skin Causes A Flare?

A MyEczemaTeam Member asked a question 💭
Pittsburgh, PA

I wear only cotton and Tencel and I wear my clothes baggier than I used to as well. That helps a lot, however, any time I try to exercise, even just simple walk, I end up with an eczema flare where my clothes rub my skin (elbows, outer hips, thighs, ankles). I really want to get back into hiking but I feel set back every time I try! Heat and sweat make it worse, however, I’ve been going out at a slow pace, during the colder temps, and I still have these issues. Anyone have any tips, or in the… read more

September 26, 2022
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A MyEczemaTeam Member

Hi @A MyEczemaTeam Member - I can totally relate to what you're experiencing. For me, I try to stay as cool as possible and try to limit my clothing (shorts vs. leggings) so that my skin can breathe. I try to take breaks in between, always have a towel on hand to dab away sweat, and drink lots of water before, during, and after. I also take a shower IMMEDIATELY after I workout so that I can replenish my skin and moisturize. It's a long process, but it's the only way I can get a workout in. Have you tried these tips out?

September 27, 2022
A MyEczemaTeam Member

I use baby detergent and lysol sanitizer in each load when washing clothes. I prewash anything new before I wear. I also do entire sterilization after someone else gad used machine. May help your issue 🙏

December 20, 2022
A MyEczemaTeam Member

I feel for you I can’t wear any new clothes at all I wear big baggy. Clothes I have contact dermatitis I can’t even find hair color that I need lol.

October 10, 2022
A MyEczemaTeam Member

I totally relate to trying to exercise. I am getting so flabby as I can't even go for a quick walk as I have wet eczema in my groin along with infection. So painful and uncomfortable.

October 9, 2022
A MyEczemaTeam Member

@A MyEczemaTeam Member That's so fascinating! I never heard of that. What did do/use to treat it?

October 3, 2022

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