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Not only adults but atopic dermatitis can also appear in children with typical symptoms such as dry skin lesions accompanied by itching. Children with atopic dermatitis have a great impact on health and development, so they need to be treated early and aggressively.
Atopic dermatitis in infants usually appears quite early, is common in the 3 months postpartum period and lasts until the child is 5 years old. Usually, infantile atopic dermatitis disappears as the child enters adulthood. However, there are many cases of children with atopic dermatitis that recur many times until adulthood, causing many inconveniences and negative effects on children's health.
The cause of atopic dermatitis in newborns is mainly genetic, plus factors that aggravate the disease, including allergens in the air... exotoxins of staphylococcus aureus, food allergies ...
Skin care for children with atopic dermatitis is very necessary, especially for children with atopic dermatitis on the face. Parents need:
Control itching for children: To reduce itching for children with atopic dermatitis, you can use some of the following ways: Apply moist or use wet bandages to the damaged skin, clean hands children, do not let the child's fingernails be long, distract the attention of the child when the child is itching and scratching a lot, such as playing games, watching TV,... Use medicine for children according to the instructions of the doctor. . Moisturizing the skin: When caring for a child with atopic dermatitis, parents should regularly use a moisturizer that is less irritating to the skin when the child shows signs of the disease and even after the disease is gone. Notes on caring for a child with atopic dermatitis:
If the child has perioral dermatitis related to food or saliva, the skin around the mouth should be cleaned with a soft and wet towel, then apply a layer. moisturizer. Clothing for children should choose soft cotton material, labels should be removed to avoid rubbing against the skin. Blankets used for babies should choose a cotton or cotton blanket to avoid making the baby's skin too hot. Avoid substances that can irritate the skin (detergents, soaps, etc.) and factors that aggravate the child's illness. Children should live in a cool environment day and night (limited heaters, fans,...). Children need to go to the doctor immediately if they do not improve after 2 days of treatment or show signs of infection (cracked skin, watery areas, ...). If not treated promptly, atopic dermatitis in infants can lead to complications such as infection; Skin damage leaves permanent scars, cosmetic effects later. In addition, the disease also affects the digestive system of children, making them malnourished. Therefore, parents need to pay attention, if the care of a child with atopic dermatitis is not effective, you need to take the child to a medical center for health care, treatment, and long-term dangers. in children.
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