Editing Irritation (section)

=== Skin ===
[[File:Eczema-arms.jpg|thumb|right|180px|[[Eczema]] arms]]
[[Eczema]] is another cause of chronic irritation and affects millions of individuals. Eczema simply means a dry skin which is itchy. The condition usually starts at an early age and continues throughout life. The major complaint of people with eczema is an itchy dry skin. Sometimes, the itching will be associated with a skin [[rash]]. The affected areas are always dry, scaly, reddish and may ooze sometimes. Eczema cannot be cured, but its symptoms can be controlled. One should use moisturizers, use cold compresses and avoid frequent hot showers. There are over the counter corticosteroids creams which can be applied. Sometimes, an anti [[histamine]] has to be used to prevent the chronic itching sensations. There are also many individuals who have allergies to a whole host of substances like nuts, hair, [[dander]], plants and fabrics. For these individuals, even the minimal exposure can lead to a full blown skin rash, itching, wheezing and coughing. Unfortunately, other than avoidance, there is no other cure. There are allergy shots which can help desensitize against an [[allergen]] but often the results are poor and the treatments are expensive. Most of these individuals with chronic irritation from allergens usually need to take anti histamines or use a [[bronchodilator]] to relieve symptoms.<ref>[http://health.lifestyle.yahoo.ca/condition_info_details.asp?disease_id=157 Eczema Condition Factsheets] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20100213024642/http://health.lifestyle.yahoo.ca/condition_info_details.asp?disease_id=157 |date=2010-02-13 }} Yahoo Health. Retrieved on 2010-01-12</ref>

Another common irritation disorder in females is [[intertrigo]]. This disorder is associated with chronic irritation under folds of skin. This is typically seen under large breasts, groins and folds of the abdomen in obese individuals. Candida quickly grows in warm moist areas of these folds and presents as a chronic itch. Over time, the skin becomes red and often oozes.
[[Perspiration]] is also a chronic type of irritation which can be very annoying. Besides being socially unacceptable, sweat stain the clothes and can present with a foul odor. In some individuals, the warm moist areas often become easily infected. The best way to treat excess sweating is good hygiene, frequent change of clothes and use of deodorants/antiperspirants.