Eczema medical cannabis treatment
Eczema can be triggered by biological aspects such as stress, or natural events like changes in weather, but it can also be triggered by allergies or irritants like clothing or cleaning products, which can make living with eczema unpredictable, and, uncomfortable. After trying multiple prescribed treatments to manage their flare-ups with little success, many feel they’ve exhausted all their options when it comes to eczema treatments in the UK. However, few are aware that medical cannabis is another potential solution for managing eczema - and, it's available at Releaf for suitable patients.
Am I eligible?1 in 10
1 in 10 adults in the UK have atopic eczema, and 1 in 5 children are affected.
94%
94% of responses to a small scale eczema survey said they want to learn more about medical cannabis
18%
18% of US survey respondents have used over the counter cannabis products to treat skin conditions
89%
89% of adults with eczema say that this condition significantly reduces their quality of life
Symptoms
Bumps
Dry, cracked skin
Inflammation
Itching
Lesions
Rash
Raw, sensitive skin
Redness
Thickened skin
If you are suffering from any of these symptoms, please speak with your GP to find out more.
Treatment options:
Conventional approaches to treating eczema can vary depending on the type of eczema, and, its severity. However, most treatment plans start by trying topical emollients or steroid creams. If symptoms persist or a person’s eczema becomes infected, they are usually prescribed antibiotics and may be referred to a dermatologist for specialist advice or treatment.
Antihistamines
Azathioprine
Barictinib
Corticosteroid tablets
Dupilumab
Emollients
Moisturisers
Topical steroids
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“Many conditions that lead to chronic pain often respond poorly to conventional pharmaceutical medications. More and more is being understood about how the endocannabinoid system interacts with the more well known pain pathways to work synergistically with these conventional medications. Chronic pain comes with a variety of associated symptoms such as poor sleep, fatigue, brain fog and reduced appetite – all of which treatment with medical cannabis can improve.“
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Am I eligible?Articles on Eczema
15. 08. 2023
Cannabis and eczema - Five ways it can help
Eczema can affect many areas of your life – you might cancel plans to go out because you feel self-conscious about the rash, or you could be up half the night because the constant itch is driving you mad. It is a common skin condition impacting one in five children and one in 10 adults, but sometimes eczema, also known as atopic dermatitis (AD), really can be unbearable. It is CBD which is of particular interest in treating eczema because it possesses anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antibacterial, and anti-itch properties.
15. 08. 2023
12. 07. 2023
Five ways cannabis can potentially benefit eczema
Eczema can affect many areas of your life – you might cancel plans to go out because you feel self-conscious about the rash, or you could be up half the night because the constant itch is driving you mad. It is a common skin condition, impacting one in five children and one in 10 adults, but sometimes eczema, also known as atopic dermatitis (AD), really can become unbearable.
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05. 08. 2023
Is CBD good for itchy skin?
For thousands of years, people around the world have used cannabis sativa to treat a plethora of different health conditions. The chemical complexity and versatility of this hardy plant, which originated from Central Asia but is now cultivated globally, has huge potential medical benefits for those suffering the misery of itchy skin.
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Can medical cannabis be prescribed to patients in the UK with Eczema?
While further scientific investigation is required to fully explain the relationship between eczema and medical cannabis, preclinical evidence suggests cannabis-based treatments hold promise for skin concerns or conditions like eczema because of their cannabinoid contents.
For example, as well as having a good safety profile, CBD, or cannabidiol, is known to contain anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antioxidant, and anti-itch properties, which holds exciting promise for patients with eczema.
Similarly, THC has shown to have positive effects on inflammation when applied appropriately, and its sedative properties can make a big difference at night, by reducing bedtime itching and discomfort which can make it easier for people with eczema to fall asleep and get a good night's rest.
Because of this, if traditional eczema treatments or conventional medicines are not meeting your needs, or are causing unpleasant or unwanted side effects, you can assess your eligibility for cannabis-based eczema treatments at Releaf.
At Releaf, our team of qualified expert doctors are here to support patients throughout their search for better health, and are here to support them throughout their journey managing eczema symptoms with medical cannabis.
By curating bespoke, personalised treatment plans, our doctors take an individualised approach, taking your symptoms, lifestyle, and budget into account. To find out more about medical cannabis, or whether these options could benefit you, assess your eligibility for medical cannabis eczema treatments at Releaf.