On the elbow, pimples: causes, treatment, prevention
During a lifetime a person has to decidemillions of problems, and often one of them, perhaps not so global in comparison with the rest, is the appearance of pimples and cracks in the ulnar area. On the elbow, the pimples look unattractive, cause a feeling of discomfort and can be caused by a number of reasons: from traumas of a mechanical nature to the presence of chronic and viral diseases in the body. How to get rid of acne and return smooth and delicate skin?
On the elbow pimples - because of the specifics of the work?
The skin of the ulnar region from othersareas of the body are dry. Due to constant stretching due to the work of the joints, they are thickened in places of folds. Also in the ulnar zone there are practically no sebaceous glands moisturizing the skin. Therefore, it is often enough to observe such phenomena as dryness, peeling, coarsening of the epidermis in these areas, the appearance of pimples and cracks. People rarely complain that they have dark elbows. This may be due to the specifics of the work, in which the elbows skin, regularly in contact with the surface, is subjected to friction and various loads. It's about such professions as a bartender, who in the process of customer service has to constantly rely on the bar counter elbows, or office staff (secretary, accountant, manager), whose specific work is due to the constant contact of hands with the surface of the desktop, which irritates the skin . Very often, acne and rash on the elbow are not noticed in time, as a result, they can develop into a big trouble requiring professional medical treatment.
We fix the problem ourselves
Problems associated with regular mechanicalyou can try to solve it yourself. Ruff elbows with small cracks and single pimples should be lubricated with a slightly warmed oil - linseed or olive. For maximum absorption, it is desirable to apply a small compress on top.
Effective softening creams, in whichThere is an extract of alfalfa, chamomile and aloe vera, characterized by anti-inflammatory effect. Their application 2-3 times throughout the day on the area above the elbow and the elbow itself will significantly soften the epidermis and relieve the coarsened skin from minor damage.
When the mass of acne, filled with liquid,it is recommended to use drying and antibacterial preparations (for example, tincture of calendula, fukortsin, zelenok). Only to put such means it is necessary directly on a spot. Do not use strong ointments containing antibiotics or corticosteroids without consulting a doctor.
Inflammatory processes, including ulnarzone, can be caused by malnutrition, the use of harmful preservatives, acute and fatty foods, a lack of vitamins and nutrients. Dark elbows can be a sign of improper skin care, a lack of vitamin A and E, or hormonal failures in the body due to age-related changes, menopause, thyroid and adrenal diseases. Such changes are not treated independently, but require obligatory consultation of the endocrinologist.
Pimples on the elbow as a sign of the presence of the disease. Psoriasis
Psoriasis - a very serious and incurable disease, in which a person is only able to heal its manifestations. The most likely reasons for its occurrence are:
- hereditary predisposition,
- metabolic and immune system disorders,
- nervous shocks, stress, depression,
- infectious diseases of the respiratory tract,
- mechanical skin defects.
On the elbow, the pimples look like silvery white patches, flaking, itching and merging into a solid cortical stain with cracks.
Atopic dermatitis
Disease is a significant congestionsmall pimples, accompanied by severe itching. The skin begins to itch, resulting in its mechanical damage. The cause of dermatitis can be contact with certain allergens or strong toxins. Most often, this reaction occurs on household chemicals, dust, food, cosmetics, medicines. Solve the problem by eliminating the allergen. If it is impossible to determine the specific cause that caused the allergic reaction, it is recommended to seek medical help and to pass the appropriate tests.
Fungus
Rashes on the elbows may be a sign mycosis - fungal disease. The pathogen, as a rule, prefers to "settle" in places of high humidity: it is the inguinal zone, axillary hollows, the space between the toes. With severe irritation, the disease can spread throughout the body, affecting, among other things, the elbows folds. Mycosis is manifested oval spots of reddish pimples, which later turn into a whitish bloom.
Granuloma annular
Chronic disease, most of allaffecting the child and adolescent population; often manifested in young girls. It looks like a subcutaneous nodule in the form of small pimples. Disease, the cause of which is considered heredity, does not belong to the category of dangerous and can pass by itself.
Scabies and eczema
On the elbow, pimples are bright red, filled withfluid, are scattered and multiple, sometimes merge? The causative agent of this disease is a parasite on the skin of an itch mite. Pimples itch, unbearably itch, especially at night. In the process of treating scabies with medicinal preparations, not only the affected areas, but the entire surface of the skin should be treated. The patient is not allowed to take water procedures during this period.
An unpleasant disease is eczema, which is manifested on the skin of smallnumerous acne. There may be a rash on the elbows, under the upper layer of the epidermis. It is a small bubble with a liquid, periodically bursting and causing severe itching and flaking. The lesions can bleed and attract the attention of various microbes. In this case, you need to see a doctor, before visiting which place of concentration of skin lesions should be rinsed and wiped with an antiseptic.
Affected diseases can also affect the ulnar zone. Thus, when measles The body, including elbows, is covered with numerous reddish spots, with chickenpox there are pimples filled with liquid.
Treat - only in a complex way
When getting rid of pimples on the elbows it is importantunderstand that treatment should be complex, because skin manifestations can only be a consequence of inflammatory processes occurring in the body. In this case, you should always seek medical help to establish the cause of acne and their location in the ulnar area. Correctly diagnosed will allow to start treatment with appropriate medications (tablets, creams, lotions, masks, antibiotics, etc.).
Preventive measures
As preventive measures aimed at preventing the appearance of pimples on the elbows, it is recommended:
- at work, try not to overload your elbows excessively;
- monitor the skin in the ulnar zone, constantly use exfoliating scrubs and nourishing creams;
- any ulnar injuries treated with antiseptics;
- Follow personal hygiene to avoid infection with fungus or scabies.
Treatment of elbows by folk methods
Skin on elbows, as on any other part of the body,should look beautiful. Traditional medicine recommends the use of home remedies, the most common of which is aloe juice. It must be applied to damaged areas.
Effective is a mask of lemon juice, fatty sour cream,hydrogen peroxide and cream, taken on a teaspoon. Ingredients should be mixed and the resulting composition applied to pre-steamed elbows for half an hour. After rinse with warm water, and soak the skin with a moisturizing cream.
In the old days coarse ulnar zones were appliedonion gruel, it was kept for 15 minutes. Healing action is characterized by a potato mask, for which it is required to grate 2 small potatoes on a grater. The resulting mass is combined with 2 teaspoons of honey, mix well, apply on the ulnar zone and fix. After 30 minutes, rinse with warm water, dry and lube abundantly with a nutritious cream.
