Infantile eczema is a common disease, which is mainly characterized by the appearance of red papules, itching, scaling and oozing. This disease is often associated with a variety of factors such as genetics, immune system abnormalities, environmental factors, food allergies, etc.
About 10%-15% of babies have eczema, and the typical symptoms usually appear in the first few months of life, usually improving before the age of 5. For most mild eczema, the first step is to avoid allergens and triggers, and the second step of home care including moisturizing and relieving itching is sufficient, and moderate to severe eczema needs to be dealt with promptly**.
It can be seen that home care is essential for the recovery of baby eczema.
What do parents need to pay attention to when it comes to home care?
The following points should not be overlooked:
Keep your home cool, ventilated and clean, and reduce allergens in your living environment, such as pets, flowers, carpets, etc.
Change clothes and bed sheets frequently, and choose cotton clothes to reduce irritation to **.
Insist on taking a bath every day or every other day, the water temperature is moderate, the water temperature is 32 38 is appropriate, generally soak in the bath for about 10 minutes, and it is best to use emollients immediately within 3 minutes after bathing; It is best not to use emollients with fragrances and colors to keep them moist and prevent allergies.
In addition, parents also need to pay attention to the following:
Avoid excessive cleaning and wiping to avoid damaging the self-protection mechanism.
Avoid shower gels and skincare products that contain harsh ingredients to avoid aggravating your symptoms.
If the baby has serious symptoms, such as redness, swelling, oozing, excessive area, etc., he should seek medical attention in time and give antihistamines, hormones systemic or topical** or other ** according to the doctor's instructions.
In short, the care of infant eczema requires parents to observe and care patiently and meticulously to maintain the baby's health.
Excellent parents are often caring, patient and good at learning Xi, and children are blessed with such parents.