Doctor explains how to recognise and treat HAND ECZEMA (dermatitis) | Causes, symptoms & prevention

In this video Doctor O'Donovan explains key things you need to know about hand dermatitis (aka hand eczema), including causes, symptoms plus demonstrations with real life photographs to help you better recognise this common skin condition. We also cover treatment options and things you can do at home to help.

What is hand dermatitis (eczema)?

Hand eczema, also known as hand dermatitis, is a common type of eczema that affects about 10% of the U.S. population.

What causes hand dermatitis?

Genetics, contact allergens and irritating substances play a role in “triggering” this form of eczema. It often affects people who work in cleaning, catering, hairdressing, healthcare and mechanical jobs where they may come into contact with chemicals and other irritants. It is a type of contact dermatitis which forms because of chemical irritants in the environment.

What are the symptoms of hand dermatitis (eczema)?

- Dry, cracked, scaly skin on the hands
- Redness (though this might not be present on black or brown skin)
- Itchy skin in the affected area
- Pain
- Dryness, to the point of peeling and flaking.
- Possible signs of infection e.g. oozing

Treatment of hand dermatitis?

The best treatment for hand eczema is avoiding what caused it.

Knowing which substances trigger your hand eczema and protecting your hands at home and at work, can help guard your skin against further irritation. The most important thing to remember is to be consistent — a daily skin care routine is the best defense.

CONTENTS AND TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 - Introduction to hand dermatitis (eczema)
00:33 - Signs and symptoms of hand dermatitis (eczema)
01:31 - Causes of hand dermatitis (eczema)
02:56 - Treatment of hand dermatitis (eczema)
04:31 - Things you can do at home to help reduce eczema flares

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[jomcelroy]

Finally, a video about hand eczema! I've been a suffer for over 20yrs and believe me it's no joke.

[shagler]

I have had it for years and recently I stopped gluten and it helped me with symptoms

[edwardippoliti]

Thank you, one of the photos shows exactly what I have, along with the cracking, this is brutally painful, and agonizing, thank you for sharing!!

[gaztaylor]

I've had eczema since I was a baby I'm 42 now and just about to start photopherapy tomorrow I am hoping and praying that it may cure me, the amount of time's I've self harmed and wanted to end it all because of this skin disease, it's took my confidence sometimes I can't leave the house or when I go somewhere I never want to be in the lime light, I'd rather be at the back somewhere kind of out the way, I hate photo's of myself too just ugly.My hand's would be so sore and my knuckles would split open and bleed if I try clench a fist I felt so ugly around girls.

[faith-mcfe]

I hope Doctor O'Donavan keeps this channel going forever! He is the best!

[donnsunderland]

First noticed that I had suddenly a three inch area of my hand turning red. No irritation, no discomfort. Then it took over my fingers and wrist (quite disfiguring) and itched intensely. Scratching only exacerbated the condition and the only relief I could muster was to expose the affected area to scalding hot shower water for just the briefest moment. That killed the itching immediately. Subsequent outbreaks seem to be related to the ingestion of leafy greens such as Kale, Mustard Greens etc.

[padmepadme]

Thank you, Doctor O' Donovan. Very interesting topic... and helpful.

[hellotanda]

Thanks for showing examples for POC hands, means ALOT.

[CABSCS]

Thank you for your advice. I’ve developed contact dermatitis through my job as a chef. This really does help.

[JerichoDeloso-ot]

Thank you doctor. It's well explained and I have learned so much about my condition. And now I have to treat my hand before it gets severe.

[lisamorgan]

Thank you for this video. My hand itching appears to be stress induced(?) It started as an older adult. It disappears when I'm on holiday and when I took a less stressful job. I haven't found a cream that works, so I'll try the Nursem. Thank you.

[Rhodsey]

Currently suffering from this my self and it's so hard to deal with especially since I'm the dishwasher and the restaurant I work at so I'm constantly in water, using concentrated washing up liquid, harsh chemicals, even putting on non latex gloves underneath bigger gloves and banding them to seal out any liquids falling in, it still is becoming a nightmare

[marion]

Thankyou Doctor O' Donovan for your good advice I always wear gloves .

[Ultrawicked]

My son was recently hospitalized at CHOP for his hand eczema. Hes non verbal and autistic, eczema makes him irritated and self injurious 😢 . I hate eczema so much. Dupixent hasnt helped stop it . He dosent even wash his hands or touch things so idk what can it be . Comes on face too.

[AlexMartinez-mulz]

Mine is definitely severe and it has been years. Not healed. My dermatologist has been wasting my time. What can I try doing????

[CastellanSpandex]

How about something on angiokeratoma of Fordyce and treatment, especially home remedies, if any. Thanks.

[pepsimum]

I have this on my hands and also my feet. Its really sore all of the time and the steriod cream doesnt seem to help.

[MpSahab]

Thanks, doctor, how exactly to differentiate between eczema and psoriasis. 🎉

[markhovscrch]

Hello Doctor may you please help me about my hands is quite normal and palm is white, whenever I stretch my hands and fingers its become itchy and my palm are getting red'ish specially the part between fingers.

[shanzashai]

Apply flaxseed oil it's help me and take as well