Healing crisis or allergy? Eczema on scalp

[NewVegan]

Hello, I'm new here and very grateful to have found this site as I'm at my wit's end.

I switched to a whole foods, plant-based diet a month ago, and not long after, I developed bad eczema on my scalp. It is very painful and unsightly and makes me feel really down. I struggled with bad eczema from birth to about age 16.



I've been eczema-free for 12 years, and now that I'm eating better than ever, it's suddenly back with a vengeance. Nothing seems to help; it's been three weeks now and it's just getting worse and spreading all round my hairline.

I should also add that I've been oil pulling for a month, too, and that combined with the diet has had many positive effects (cleared acne, lost weight, reduction in nasal polyps, whiter teeth, reduction in breast cysts).

I'm very appreciative of any help anyone can offer.

[Solstice Goat]

I rarely get eczema any more, but on the occasions that I do, I find that Oregano oil helps to heal it.

Quitting wheat is what I believe relieved my chronic eczema and nasal congestion.

More info on oregano oil and eczema HERE

[d0ug]

eczema is a sign of a gluten intolerance and also covers oats. It is very hard be be 100% gluten free as a lot of processed food has wheat as a thickening agent soups, sauces. The test they have for gluten intolerance are not always accurate. Try and 90 day 100% gluten free and see how you feel.