Allergies tag:typepad.com,2003:weblog-1250480 2008-07-10T09:25:32-07:00 Research and opinion on the relationship between allergies and other ailments. TypePad Stop Eczema Itch With Acupuncture tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-32174 2010-04-01T12:00:32-07:00 2010-04-01T12:00:07-07:00 An estimated 15 million people in the United States suffer from eczema, which usually looks like dry, scaly red skin patches accompanied by intense itching. Standard treatment to reduce inflammation and itchiness can include corticosteroids, which have some serious side effects, including cataracts, glaucoma, gastrointestinal effects, hypertension, osteoporosis and weight gain. By Editorial Staff An estimated 15 million people in the United States suffer from eczema, which usually looks like dry, scaly red skin patches accompanied by intense itching. Standard treatment to reduce inflammation and itchiness can include corticosteroids, which have some serious side effects, including cataracts, glaucoma, gastrointestinal effects, hypertension, osteoporosis and weight gain. Seasonal Allergies Relieved With Chinese Herbs and Acupuncture tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-29045 2004-12-01T12:00:32-07:00 2004-12-01T12:00:07-07:00 By Editorial Staff