More People Seeking Help for Eczema and Psoriasis

Anaheim, CA (PRWEB) May 16, 2013

TriDerma announced that it has added Eczema Fast Healing and Psoriasis Control to the First Aid assortment at pharmacies and supercenters nationwide.

The percentage of children with eczema or any kind of skin allergy has seen significant growth for over a decade. (See CDC chart) Eczema, or atopic dermatitis, is an inflammation of the skin, often characterized by itching and rash. While some children grow out of it, the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases reports that 60% of infants will carry the disease into adulthood. (See NIAMS report)

Psoriasis is the most prevalent autoimmune disease in the United States. Patches of thick, red skin and silvery scales appear on the skin. Symptoms can come and go. The National Institutes of Health lists infections, certain medications, stress and dry skin as the things that can make Psoriasis symptoms worse.

Angie Echele, Vice President of Sales at TriDerma, says National drug chains and supercenters are thinking of the First Aid department as a place where consumers can find affordable help for ongoing needs. The local pharmacy is becoming a health and wellness destination. TriDerma is thrilled to be a part of helping people feel better. The TriDerma website provides store locations.

While there is no known cure for either of these skin conditions, TriDerma Eczema Fast Healing and Psoriasis Control are designed to help provide relief from symptoms and flare-ups. Both products begin with the companys proprietary botanical complex called AP4