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Eczema or Dermatitis are terms used to describe certain inflamed skin conditions, including allergic contact dermatitis and nummular dermatitis. Eczema can be red, blistering, oozing, scaly, brownish, thickened skin and usually itches because it s due to a hypersensitivity reaction in the skin, which leads to long-term inflammation. The inflammation causes the skin to become itchy and scaly. With long-term irritation and scratching, it can cause the skin to thicken and have a leather-like texture.
Treatment options include wearing cotton, or other natural fiber socks and hose and using a bland, greasy formula moisturizer free from dyes or perfumes. Some anti-inflammatory creams are available over the counter, but some require prescription, so be sure to consult your podiatrists. Phototherapy is another treatment option which exposes your skin to ultraviolet light and infrared radiation. This is usually done in small doses in a controlled environment under direct supervision of your podiatrists.
Eczema is a chronic condition, but you can control it with treatment and by avoiding irritants. In children, it often clears up by early adulthood. In adults, it is generally a long-term or recurring condition.
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“Dr Drury,
I thought I’d drop you a note and thank you again for hanging in there with me to get over my foot issues – primarily the plantar fasciitis. I’ve got great news to report as my husband and I did an extremely difficult hike at the North Rim of the Grand Canyon a few weeks ago and my foot was fine (other muscle groups were not quite ready for the level of difficulty). The hike was 9.4 miles with major elevation changes. Over this weekend, we did a 27 mile bike ride in Valle Caldera Preserve and again the foot held up fine. It is so wonderful to be back doing the outdoor activities I enjoy.
Truthfully, I’m also be glad to be wearing my cute shoes again a few days a week.
The APC treatment was amazing, I can’t believe the success I’ve had since having the treatment last November. As you know, I went through the cortisone shots with no success and we were starting to consider surgery. The APC treatment eliminated that need.
Thank you again to you and your staff for the part you played in my recovery. I recommend you and your staff to anyone I meet having foot issues.”
Ann Swancer