[ConservativeMind]

It seems other common bacteria, specifically Staphylococcus hominis, stopped eczema.

[bleach]

Makes me wonder if anti-bacterial soaps does more harm than good.

[Cold Heart]

There a topical probiotics you can buy (amazon).

Another researcher has developed a bacterial mix which he claims will allow you not to have to bathe. I think that was available on Amazon at one time, might still be.

[doorgunner69]

enzymes that break down the skin barrier, allowing the bacteria access to interior parts of the skin

So proper hygiene is called for?

[Lawgvr1955]

BFL

[NorthstarMom]

Interesting, but my son’s eczema has internal as well as external causes. Certain foods cause a severe reaction, the skin barrier would make no difference.

Also, bleach baths help heal eczema. I was skeptical when the dermatologist prescribed it, but it works. Add about 1/3 cup of bleach to the tub and it really helps. Wouldn’t that be killing off the helpful bacteria?

At Easter we discovered that he has one external cause. He snuggled with his aunt’s cat and within half an hour his wrists were raw and open and dripping blood. He also had a few bites of a quick bread before I stopped him so he consumed a small amount of eggs, his most severe allergy. So we cannot be sure if it was contact with the cat alone or the combination with eggs.

[Auntie Mame]

Very interesting. Thanks for the post.