Atopic dermatitis, chronic eczema & neurodermatitis: why more patients are turning to Naftalan oil therapy

Atopic dermatitis and chronic eczema are among the most common inflammatory skin disorders worldwide. They are characterized by persistent itching, redness, dryness, inflammation, and recurring flare-ups. Neurodermatitis, also known as lichen simplex chronicus, develops when chronic itching and scratching lead to thickened, irritated skin that can significantly affect quality of life.

While conventional treatments such as topical corticosteroids, calcineurin inhibitors, moisturizers, phototherapy, and biologic medications can be effective, many patients continue searching for complementary therapies that help reduce symptoms and extend remission periods.

For more than a century, medicinal Naftalan oil has been used in Azerbaijan for inflammatory skin diseases. Thousands of patients from Europe, the Middle East, and Asia travel to specialized Naftalan treatment centers every year seeking relief from chronic skin conditions that have proven difficult to control through conventional therapies alone.

Atopic dermatitis is a chronic inflammatory skin condition associated with immune dysregulation and skin barrier dysfunction. Symptoms often include intense itching, dry skin, red inflamed patches, skin cracking, sleep disturbances, and recurrent flare-ups.

Many patients find that while medications help during acute episodes, symptoms often return once treatment stops. Naftalan therapy is particularly valued because many patients report improvements not only in visible skin symptoms but also in the persistent itching that makes the condition so difficult to live with.

Chronic eczema affects millions of people worldwide and can appear on virtually any part of the body. In severe cases, patients experience persistent itching, oozing lesions, skin thickening, painful cracking, and secondary infections.

One of the most frustrating aspects of eczema is its tendency to return repeatedly. Patients often describe years of cycling between flare-ups and temporary improvement. Many individuals undergoing Naftalan therapy report that their skin becomes calmer, less reactive, and more comfortable after treatment.

Neurodermatitis creates a vicious cycle. The skin itches, the patient scratches, the skin becomes more inflamed, and the itching becomes even worse. Over time, affected areas become thickened, rough, and increasingly difficult to manage.

Breaking this cycle is one of the primary goals of treatment. Patients receiving Naftalan therapy frequently describe significant reductions in itching intensity, allowing damaged skin to begin recovering naturally.

Dietrich M., 42, Hamburg — Had struggled with severe atopic dermatitis since childhood. Frequent flare-ups affected his arms, neck, and chest. After completing a 14-day Naftalan treatment program, he reported substantially reduced itching, improved sleep quality, and noticeably calmer skin. At his six-month follow-up, most of the improvements remained.

Yael R., 37, Tel Aviv — Suffered from chronic hand eczema that interfered with her work as a graphic designer. Multiple topical treatments provided only temporary relief. Following a 16-day Naftalan therapy course, she experienced significant reductions in skin cracking, irritation, and inflammation. Everyday activities became considerably more comfortable.

Mehmet K., 46, Izmir — Had lived with neurodermatitis for nearly ten years. Persistent itching disrupted both his sleep and concentration. After receiving Naftalan oil therapy, he reported a marked decrease in itching intensity and visible improvement in the appearance of affected skin areas.

Researchers believe that Naftalan oil contains biologically active compounds capable of influencing inflammatory processes within the skin. Unlike ordinary petroleum products, medicinal Naftalan oil undergoes specialized processing and has been used therapeutically for generations.

Patients frequently report improvements in itching, redness, skin inflammation, dryness, cracking, skin comfort, and sleep quality. For many patients, the combination of medical supervision, Naftalan applications, physiotherapy, and the therapeutic environment contributes to particularly favorable outcomes.