National Eczema Week
September 10 - September 18
National Eczema Week is 10th-17th September this year.
The More than “Just an Itch” campaign will highlight the debilitating nature of #Eczema and its profound effect on people’s lives, shining a light on the mental health impacts of eczema that are so often overlooked.
A recently conducted online patient survey to better understand how eczema affects people’s emotional, social and personal well-being, shockingly showed 91% of respondents said their eczema made them feel self-conscious or embarrassed, and 83% were envious of those who do not have eczema. Around 4 in 5 respondents thought that eczema reduces patients’ quality of life.
Living with eczema can be physically uncomfortable, but it also takes an emotional toll. The persistent itching, pain, and visible appearance of eczema patches can lead to feelings of self-consciousness, low self-esteem, and social anxiety. People with eczema may experience frustration, embarrassment, along with greater anxiety and depression due to the constant struggle with their skin condition – it really is #MoreThanJustAnItch.
Through sharing stories of eczema patients’ experiences, resilience, and coping mechanisms, we can help reduce the stigma associated with the condition and foster an environment of empathy and understanding. We also want to encourage and empower people to open up and share how they really feel about living with this long-term condition.
Source: National Eczema Society