Eczema is an inflammatory condition of the skin characterized by rashes and intense itching with swelling, redness, and blistering. Proteins produced by white blood cells, called cytokines, stimulate certain cells in the body to make nitric oxide, which contributes to the redness and swelling. Traditional treatments for eczema aim to control the symptoms.
It was found that vitamin B12 inhibits production of cytokines and can trap nitric oxide, making it less harmful. One new study reported in the British Journal of Dermatology investigated the effect of a topical application of a vitamin B12 cream on eczema. More...
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