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What is Eczema?
Eczema is a chronic inflammatory skin condition that causes inflamed, itchy and dry skin. The skin condition is believed to be caused by both environmental and genetic factors. However, it is not contagious meaning, it does not spread through touch. Eczema is a type of dermatitis. In this condition the skin barrier breaks, making the skin lining vulnerable to infections and allergens.
Signs and symptoms of Eczema
Symptoms of eczema can vary in severity and may include:
- Dry, itchy skin
- Redness and inflammation
- Rough, scaly or leathery patches of skin
- Small, raised bumps that may ooze or crust over
- Thickened, cracked, or sensitive skin
What causes eczema?
The exact cause of eczema is not fully understood, but it is believed to be a combination of genetic and environmental factors. People with eczema have an overactive immune system, which causes inflammation in the skin and makes it more sensitive to environmental irritants.
How does cannabis medicine work for eczema?
There is some evidence to suggest that cannabis-based medicines may have potential benefits for the treatment of eczema. Cannabinoids found in cannabis, such as cannabidiol (CBD) and tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), have been found to have anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and antipruritic (anti-itch) properties, which could be beneficial for the treatment of eczema.
CBD has been found to have immunomodulatory effects, which means it can help to regulate the immune system and reduce inflammation. This could potentially be beneficial for eczema, which is an inflammatory condition. In addition to its anti-inflammatory effects, CBD has also been found to have antipruritic (anti-itch) properties, which could help to alleviate the intense itching associated with eczema.
The potential benefits of cannabis medicine for eczema
- Anti-inflammatory: CBD has been found to have immunomodulatory effects, which means it can help to regulate the immune system and reduce inflammation.
- Anti-pruritic : (anti-itch) properties, which could help to alleviate the intense itching associated with eczema.
- Analgesic: It regulates the master system called the Endocannabinoid system in the body that controls pain sensations.