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March 4, 2025 23 mins

If you or your child have eczema, then you know how difficult it can be to get a good night's sleep. Whether you're dealing with mild, moderate, or severe eczema, the intense itchiness, inflammation, and discomfort can keep you tossing and turning all night. The result? Fatigue, frustration, and an even harder time managing your eczema flares. Sleep is essential for healing, and without it, your skin—and overall health—will struggle.

In this episode of Live with The Eczema Doc, Dr. Fong dives deep into the connection between eczema and sleep disturbances. She breaks down the science behind why eczema sufferers struggle to fall asleep and stay asleep, explaining how issues like circadian rhythm imbalances, cortisol fluctuations, increased nighttime inflammation, and temperature regulation all contribute to restless nights.

But don't worry—help is here! Dr. Fong shares research-backed natural remedies to help you finally get the sleep you need to heal your skin. Learn how to choose the best sleep support based on your specific symptoms, whether it's difficulty falling asleep, waking up frequently, or dealing with nighttime itchiness.

Key Topics Covered in This Episode:

Why Eczema Disrupts Sleep – The role of cortisol, melatonin imbalances, and circadian rhythm disruptions in poor sleep quality.

Understanding the Nighttime Itch-Scratch Cycle – Why you wake up itching and how to break the cycle.

Proven Remedies for Sleep Support – Backed by research and clinical experience. 

Itch-Relief Strategies for Better Sleep – Why addressing the root cause of your itch is crucial for uninterrupted rest.

Sleep Hygiene Tips for Eczema Sufferers – Simple but powerful habits to create an ideal sleep environment.

Want to explore the research behind these insights? Click this link to head to our blog for a deep dive into the studies mentioned in this episode: https://www.cleanbody.health/single-post/how-eczema-disrupts-sleep-and-proven-remedies-for-restful-nights?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=podcast


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