In addition, high temperatures dilate blood vessels to cool the body. But according to the Medical News Today website, this isn’t good news for eczema because it causes inflammation and causes more itchiness.
In fact, the most common triggers for eczema flare-ups are heat and sweat, according to NSC Associate Consultant Dr. Leong Wai Mun.
What can active adults and children with eczema do?
Globally, approximately 1-3% of adults suffer from eczema. “Locally, about 11% of adults have eczema, equivalent to about 300,000 adults in Singapore,” said Dr. Leong.
“Since the outbreak of the pandemic, the increased emphasis on hand washing and use of hand sanitizer has led to an increase in adult cases of hand eczema,” he said.
In the absence of a pandemic, it is common for patients, including parents of children with eczema, to avoid exercise. You will be asked to write a letter,” Dr. Yeo said.
