A rash like inflammed skin conditon with a itchy sensation is
called Eczema. It is generally known as "dermatitis".
The skin although dry is very itchy and most of the treatment for
Eczema involves in reducing the itch. This is caused due to lack
of moisture. Although the very exact cause of Eczema is not known.
It is not contagious and can be controlled. Too much of heat and
sweat also aggrevate the skin condition, hence its recommended to
avoid sweat and heat. Fortunately, it disappears with age in
children.
Although it appears different from person to person, its normal
symptoms are dryness and extremely red patches. It is often known
as the itch that rashes as the rashes appear due to itching. The
place of occurance in the body is usually the forehead,
scalp,elbow, knees, neck etc., Scientists believe that eczema is
inherited, so there's is no preventive measure.
Treating baby's eczema can be relatively simple. Since eczema
tends to rob the affected skin of moisture, keeping the skin
adequately moisturized is the most important aspect of treatment.
Use very mild soaps. Pat the skin dry, never rub, and immediately
apply a thick moisturizer. Many doctors recommend that lotions be
applied four or five times daily to help keep the skin moist.
A child having eczema should be bathed daily in lukewarm water. Do
not bathe your child in hot, or even very warm water. Hot water
causes skin to release histamines that make the skin red and
itchy. The bath should not be for very long. . Avoid using soap
and do not scrub skin with washcloth. Dress Childeren in loose
fitting cotton clothes only. Apply lavish coats of moisturisers.
If you child is found itching an area continously then dappen that
area first with water and then apply moisturiser. Eczema can
aggrevate due to stress too. Some severe eczema may also be
treated with ultraviolet light under the supervision of a
dermatologist to help clear up their condition. Try to eliminate
any known allergens such as certain foods, dust, or pet dander
from the surroundings. Anytime you feel that the symtoms are
annoying the child take the child to the doctor.
There are many causes of eczema, the most common is allergic
over-sensitivity, called atopy. This sort of eczema is known as
atopic eczema. Eczema occurs in both children and adults, but
usually appears during infancy. Atopic dermatitis often affects
people with a family history of allergies. Doctors may sometimes,
depending on the severity may prescribe ointments containing
steroids which may tone down the itching to a greater extent.
Steroids of different strengths are available but the lowest that
is bearable by the skin without side effects is prescribed. Once
you find some rashes on your childs body it is adviced to contact
the doctor immediately.
