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Dark circles under the eyes are generally not a sign of illness or poor sleep in children. In fact, the most common cause of dark, bluish circles under the eyes is a blocked nose, when the veins around the eyes become larger and darker. So how to treat dark circles under the eyes of children?
1. Is it abnormal to have dark circles under the eyes in children?
According to experts, the skin under the human eye is thinner than the rest of the face. Some people with darker skin tones, including those of Middle Eastern or Mediterranean ancestry, have darker pigmentation that can cause under-eye circles. A tired baby also often rubs his eyes, causing the delicate skin under the eyes to turn red.
Many parents blame allergies for dark circles, but according to experts, seasonal allergies usually don't show up in children under the age of 1. Newborns often need to be exposed to environmental allergens for a season or two before they develop hay fever.
If your baby has fair skin, the skin around his eyes may be even more transparent than other babies. This can make dark circles under a child's eyes more obvious.
Sometimes, dark circles under the eyes can be genetic or caused by multiple pigmentation in the skin. This is called periorbital hyperpigmentation, and is more common in babies with darker skin. If you have dark circles around your eyes, chances are your child will too.
Quầng thâm dưới mắt có thể do di truyền từ mẹ sang con
Children with nasal allergies may have allergic shiners or dark circles under their eyes due to swelling of blood vessels beneath the skin. Sometimes, dark circles around the eyes can be caused by other problems. For example, allergies, such as rhinitis, can cause dark circles. A viral or bacterial infection in the sinuses (sinusitis) can also cause your child to have dark circles and swelling under the eyes.
These conditions will cause other symptoms, such as sneezing with rhinitis, nasal congestion or persistent runny nose due to sinusitis. The skin around your baby's eyes may also look puffy and tender to the touch. If you are concerned or think your child may have a sinus infection, talk to your pediatrician soon.
And some particularly sensitive breastfed babies may have an allergic reaction to foods in their mother's diet, but this usually manifests as hives or blood in the stools, not dark circles. under eyes.
Although very rare, dark circles around the eyes can be caused by a tumor. If the skin under your baby's eyes is very dark, take him to a pediatric clinic to be screened.
Một số trường hợp hiếm gặp thì khối u có thể là nguyên nhân gây ra quầng thâm dưới mắt
2. Treatment of dark circles under the eyes in children
Dark circles may not require treatment as they can subside once the cause of the dark circles is treated. Here are some precautions you can take to prevent dark circles.
If nasal congestion is caused by allergies, determine the cause and make sure your child stays away from allergy triggers. Consult your doctor and stick to your treatment plan if your child is diagnosed with a sinus infection or asthma. Treatment of allergic rhinitis. Do not apply skin lightening lotions or creams as they can damage your child's delicate skin. Make sure your child gets a good night's sleep and nutritious foods. Although the appearance of dark circles under the eyes itself is not a serious symptom, it is nevertheless important to take your child to the doctor to rule out other possible causes of serious illness. Once the cause of dark circles is diagnosed, it is important that you follow the treatment plan you and your doctor have designed for your child to reduce the risk of potential complications including:
Shock anaphylaxis (life-threatening allergic reaction) Growth retardation and failure to develop Hearing loss Spread of infection Vision loss
Bố mẹ cần đưa trẻ đến cơ sở y tế khám nếu thấy xuất hiện quầng thâm dưới mắt bé
How to treat dark circles depends greatly on the cause. There are many treatment options for nasal congestion, from avoiding any known allergic causes to over-the-counter decongestants and antihistamines. Sometimes treatment is not necessary. If nutritional deficiencies are causing dark circles, supplements can be a solution. However, it is not safe to give iron supplements to your child without consulting your pediatrician. Blood tests can diagnose deficiencies in certain nutrients. In non-emergency situations, dietary changes are preferred over supplements.
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References: babycenter.com, healthgrades.com
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