Eczema..??!!

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For the past 2 weeks, Aisyah is having this kinda weird rashes behind her back.. I thought it was a nappy rash so i just applied some cream.. unfortunately, the rashes seems to spread to her knees, her neck and cheeks. I was pretty worried since the rashes are getting worse..

Early this morning, I decided to bring Aisyah to KPJ Specialist for a check-up. The Doctor said that she has a very very sensitive skin and is having Atopic Dermatitis also known as Eczema :( Well here goes something about Eczema;

What is Eczema?

Eczema (also called atopic dermatitis) is a skin rash that usually appears before age 5. In babies it tends to show up on the cheeks and scalp, but it may spread to the arms, legs, chest, or other parts of the body. The rash might look like dry, thickened, scaly skin, or it might be made up of tiny red bumps that ooze or become infected if scratched. Scratching can also cause thickened, darkened, or scarred skin over time.

Causes?

Often inherited. allergens or irritants in the environment (such as pollen or cigarette smoke) can trigger it. Less frequently, it can be triggered by allergens in your child's diet – or in your diet if your child is breastfeeding.The rash can also be aggravated by heat, irritants that come in contact with the skin (like wool or the chemicals in some soaps, fragrances, lotions, and detergents), changes in temperature, and dry skin. Stress can also trigger a flare-up of eczema.

Treatment?

•  Bathing and moisturizing
•  Allowing skin to breathe and stay cool
•  Soaps and cleansers
•  Prevent scratching
• Avoiding triggers;

1. Rapid changes in temperature can make eczema worse, so try not to let your child get too hot and then cool quickly, or vice versa.
2. If eczema seems to be triggered by environmental allergens, such as seasonal allergies, you might want to consult an allergist for tips on how to deal with these allergies.
3. Keep your child away from cigarette smoke.
4. Try to identify and minimize any stressors that may be triggering the eczema. Do what you can to help your child deal with stress

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