Signs Your Dry, Irritated Skin Is Actually Eczema

You’re having trouble sleeping because of how irritated your skin feels

Dry skin can be annoying, that’s for sure. But if your skin is so itchy or so painfully dry that you can’t sleep, you’re likely dealing with eczema.

You should also treat your skin immediately, said George Skandamis, a dermatologist in Ohio. “Without treatment, the skin can remain itchy, which affects a person’s ability to concentrate on their work and can impair a person’s ability to get a full night of needed restful sleep,” he told INSIDER.

Virginia-based dermatologist Brenda Dintiman added that this side effect can also worsen the state of your mental health – even contributing to depression. Her advice for coping is to take warm (but not hot) showers and apply a heavy moisturizer immediately after showering. You may also want to seek treatment if the condition is making your day-to-day functions difficult.