Top Eczema Triggers To Avoid

Hormones

Hormones are chemical properties that naturally occur within the body that can significantly worsen eczema symptoms. Whether the levels of specific hormones increase or decrease in the body, some individuals, especially women, may experience eczema flare-ups. Women can experience increased eczema symptoms when their hormone levels change, especially during their menstrual cycle or during pregnancy.

As previously mentioned, stress happens and can definitely inflame and irritate symptoms of eczema. Cortisol is a naturally occurring hormone that is known as the ‘stress hormone.’ When there is too much cortisol coursing throughout the body, symptoms of numerous conditions can be triggered, including eczema. Hormones and stress are not a direct cause of eczema, but worsen symptoms and often cause the patient to scratch excessively due to these spikes in hormone levels.