Skin Sensitivity
Are we putting more chemical into our systems transdermally than we
realize? Consider the following statement from WebMD:…..”Doctors say a chemical
added into furniture shipments from China to prevent the growth of mold has
been linked to severe rashes.
The chemical, dimethylfumate (DMF), can penetrate the fabric and
subsequently clothing when a person sits on the furniture, says Joseph F.
Fowler Jr., MD, clinical professor of dermatology at the University of
Louisville, Kentucky.
DMF is also used in the shipping of some clothing and shoes, Fowler says. And some people are very allergic to the preservative, he tells WebMD. When they come into contact with DMF, susceptible individuals develop contact dermatitis, a rash that can occur anywhere on the body. Irritated skin becomes dry and chapped and eventually red, scaly, and inflamed.”
I have noticed this with starches in new clothing as well. Make sure that you wash all new clothing before wearing it and especially before you wear it in warm conditions. Sweat opens the pores and allows the chemicals to enter the body causing everything from dermatitis to migraines.
In fact, most people including MD’s do not recognize chemical sensitivity or multiple chemical sensitivity (MCS) because the symptoms are so vague. Anything from rash, hives, bloating and gas, breathing problems, sore throat, sneezing, stuffy head or congestion, fatigue, and migraines can be caused from chemical sensitivity.
By becoming a detective in this matter you will notice patterns that emerge as you wear a piece of clothing or wear shorts on a piece of furniture and notice a rash or eat a certain type of food and notice stuffiness in your head sometimes several hours later or perhaps even the next morning.
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I'm a third year student at Midwest College of Oriental Medicine.
I have seen a male 72 years old twice in a period of two weeks, he has a skin rash that has been improving. He has had it for a year. His doctor did not take him serious at first. He does have self diagnosing and herbal medicating personality.
Lately, he has been on anti-histamines and aloe vera skin creme.
He also has a sore throat, runny nose in morning only after waking and an upper chest wheeze.
The rash, a dry crimson red, has left his upper body and now limited to the lower 2/3 below the knee.
When I look at it, I get the impression that it is an internal substance that is in the process of being purged from his body.
My questions are:
1. Is there a way of determining whether the irritant is interior or exterior. Would you apply the theory of chills and fever for exterior evil? How would you address the issue; was it something that he consumed or was he exposed to it?
2. By looking at the rash how would you determine whether it is being an attach from outside or the secretions of processed waste for the liver?
p.s. I was not able to get into doctorate program because I am completing my masters. When does the next round of candidate selections start? Because of my regular job and family obligations I can only attend clinics one half day a week. It is a two commute for me. The normal pace at this point would be 2 full day clinics.
I should finish around September 2011.
Thank you for you time, concern and help.
Sincerely David Parker
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