Well, not only did I get diagnosed with high blood pressure, but my doctor also confirmed my suspicions that I may have eczema.
Unfortunately, as I’ve later learned, when you have allergies, skin conditions like this are not uncommon. They are all indicative of an autoimmune response that is impaired or stressed.
While high blood pressure was no surprise given my family history, eczema was a bit of a shocker. All I know is that one itchy spot can sure cause a lot of discomfort. My only consolation is that it it not widespread.
The important lesson to take away from this regards the function that your skin plays. It is your first line of defense against infection, viruses, and other nasties. If it has been breached because of a skin condition, you need to take notice. Your front line has been attacked.
Take any skin condition seriously and have it checked out. Most times, it is benign and not a cause for concern. However, don’t risk it. Keep your frontline in tip top shape.
