Eczema: When Stress Shows Up on Your Skin
Stress and eczema are often more connected than many people realize. Although stress does not directly cause eczema, it can influence the severity and frequency of flare-ups. Eczema is a chronic inflammatory skin condition that commonly causes dryness, itching, redness, irritation, and skin barrier damage. When stress is added to the equation, it can affect the body's inflammatory response, interfere with sleep, increase the urge to scratch, and slow the skin's ability to recover.
The relationship between the mind and the skin is rooted in biology. The nervous system and the skin communicate…
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