Eczema - Nickel allergy

Hi,
I have had eczema for as long as I can remember, primaily in the bend of my arms, legs, front and back of my neck, my face and hands - although it does not limit itself to these areas only. I'm now 26 and have given up on the promise from childhood doctors that I'll eventually grow out of it.

I use hydrocortisone and moisturisers daily, but if I'm lucky I only get occassional patches of relief. But it's only ever temporary. Occassional relief, while gratefully received, is frustrating as I know I'm not getting to the source of the problem and doctors seem to know less about this than I do. I recently had a patch test done, but the only thing I was told I was allergic to was nickel. I don't wear any jewellery and although I know there is a level of nickel in foods, it seems impossible to avoid.

Any advice you can give would be very much appreciated. In particular, I've read a little around liver cleansing. Does this really work? Is there any particular method I should try first?

Thanks,
Martin.
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