Comments on: Vitamin D as an Eczema cure?

By: Forrest

Forrest — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 16:34:12 +0000

My 10 year old suffers from this. One thing that seems to be working, at least keeping it under control, is true cinnamon in capsule form. It is a known anti-inflammatory agent.
For prescription help, we use Derma Smooth for the skin, not scalp.
Also, I recommend Silver Magic cream. It helps without the sting.

By: Toby

Toby — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 14:17:55 +0000

Is it really as safe as others say.

By: HenriettaHughes

HenriettaHughes — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 20:38:52 +0000

Sara- I know this comment is long after yours, but if you are still following it, I started supplementing with Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) 5 days ago and my scalp eczema that I’ve had for nearly 20 years is starting to clear up. If you live north of Georgia, and/or don’t get at least 20 minutes of midday sun over 60-80 % of your body, chances are your D is low. Have your 25-hydroxy-Vitamin D level checked (25 (OH) Vitamin D, NOT the 1,25 variation). Also, if you don’t get much D in your diet, coupled with lack of sun, it is probably low. From what I have read, an optimal 25-hydroxy-Vitamin D level is 50-70ng/ml (nanograms per milliliter)

I started supplementing before I even have my results. From what I have read through the Vitamin D council and a group called Grassrootshealth.org who is running a massive Vitamin D study, maintenance levels can be as high as 1000IU per 30 pounds of body weight. This may not be enough to pull you out of a severe Vitamin D deficiency, this may well be what your body USES every day. But check with your doctor to determine a level that is safe and appropriate for you to supplement with.

Best of luck to you, Sara. I know ECZEMA SUCKS. Hopefully if your levels are low, supplementary D can help you clear up your eczema.

By: HenriettaHughes

HenriettaHughes — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 20:31:29 +0000

Alitretinoin is not a Vitamin D analog, it is a Vitamin A analog.

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By: Teeth Whitening Buys

Teeth Whitening Buys — Tue, 04 Aug 2009 10:19:50 +0000

I don’t know about Vitamin D helping eczema, I do know that eczema seems to be related to anxiety, at least in my family. When the stress levels go up. I’ve noticed eczema gets worse. I also believe it is related to food allergies. Preservatives, in particular, seem to make eczema worse. It is worth looking closely into what you’re eating to see if anything in your diet is a problem.

By: Sara

Sara — Fri, 10 Jul 2009 04:05:31 +0000

I have severe Eczema and a Dermatologist is perscribing Vitamin D for me. Hopefully it will work wonders because lately I just feel suicidal.I’ve been on prednisone 4 times this year already. My hands and face are always broke out. My skin is dry and scabby. I can’t wear makeup , I’ve become allergic to hair die…I can’t go all day without Cerave’ cream or some kind of cream. It’s fucking hell.I hate my eyes. They are the worse. AND THE SCARS! ugh.I hope it works because I hate hate fucking steroid creams…they make your skin look terrible.