Kidney stones are hard, solid particles that form in the urinary tract. If a stone (even a small one) blocks the flow of urine, excruciating pain may result, and prompt medical treatment may be needed. A CT scan is usually the best way to diagnose kidney stones and to pinpoint their location, size, and number.
1 Eczema is a skin condition that causes itchy, red, and swollen patches of skin. 2  The most common type is called atopic dermatitis. 3  Everyday things in your environment â cigarette smoke, pollen, and even your clothes â can cause eczema to flare. Be Choosy About Detergent Harsh ingredients in some laundry detergents can cause eczema symptoms. 2  A fragrance-free, neutral pH detergent may be easier on your clothes and your skin. 3  Then make sure you get all the soap out of your clothes by choosing the double rinse cycle.
Eczema is not directly caused by an autoimmune disorder, but some forms have been associated with such disorders. Atopic dermatitis, the most common type of eczema, stems from an immune system imbalance.Researchers have determined that people with atopic dermatitis have low levels of a protein needed to promote healthy immune system function. This makes your skin more susceptible to infection and unable to prevent inflammation.topic dermatitis, the most common type of eczema, stems from an immune system imbalance. Researchers have determined that people with atopic dermatitis have low levels of a protein needed to promote healthy immune system function. This makes your skin more susceptible to infection and unable to prevent inflammation.