Level 1: Causes and symptoms of eczema in children
1. Causes of eczema
Children’s eczema is a common skin disease. Its causes are complex and may be related to genetics, immune abnormalities, environment and other factors. In addition, seasonal changes, dry and wet climate, food allergies, etc. may also cause eczema in children.
2. Symptoms of eczema
The main symptoms of eczema in children are red patches and blisters on the skin, accompanied by a strong scratching sensation. In severe cases, dry skin, exudation, and caking may occur. In addition, childhood eczema may also affect children\’s sleep quality and mental health.
Level 2: How to prevent eczema in children
1. Pay attention to your diet
Diet is an important factor affecting the occurrence of eczema in children. It is recommended that parents try to avoid giving their children allergic foods, such as seafood, peanuts, etc.; at the same time, they should also pay attention to balanced nutrition to increase their children\’s immunity.
2. Keep your skin clean
The occurrence of eczema in children is closely related to the cleanliness of the skin. Parents should bathe their children regularly, use mild shower gel and shampoo, and remove sweat and oil from the skin in a timely manner.
3. Keep indoor air moist
Dry air can aggravate the symptoms of eczema in children, so parents should keep indoor air moist. You can use a humidifier or place some plants to increase the moisture content in the indoor air.
Level 3: Drug treatment of eczema in children
1. External medications
Topical medications are one of the most common ways to treat eczema in children. There are many types of topical ointments on the market to choose from, such as hormonal ointments, non-hormonal ointments, etc. When using topical medications, you need to pay attention to the dosage and frequency, and use them correctly as directed by your doctor.
2. Oral drugs
For severe childhood eczema, doctors may recommend that children take some medications, such as antihistamines, immunosuppressants, etc. However, oral medications need to be used with caution and under the guidance of a doctor.
Level 4: Traditional Chinese Medicine treats eczema in children
1. Soaking in traditional Chinese medicine
TCM soaking is a traditional method of treating eczema in children. Parents can put some Chinese herbal medicines with heat-clearing and detoxifying effects (such as honeysuckle, forsythia, etc.) into warm water and let their children take a bath in it.
2. Acupuncture
Acupuncture is a method of regulating body functions by stimulating acupuncture points. For some children with eczema, acupuncture may provide some relief.
Level 5: Things to note
1. Avoid excessive scratching
Children’s eczema can cause an intense scratching sensation, which can easily lead to skin damage and infection. Therefore, parents should try to prevent their children from scratching excessively and cut their children\’s nails promptly.
2. Pay attention to moisturizing
Keeping the skin moisturized can reduce the symptoms of eczema in children. Parents can use some moisturizing lotions or moisturizers to help keep their children\’s skin moist.
3. Avoid excessive stimulation
The skin of children with eczema is relatively sensitive and easily susceptible to external stimulation. Therefore, parents should avoid wearing clothes that are too tight or too rough for their children, and they should also pay attention to preventing their children from being exposed to harmful substances such as chemicals.
Level 6: How to deal with eczema in children
1. Seek medical treatment in time
If a child has symptoms of eczema, parents should seek medical treatment promptly and follow the doctor\’s advice for treatment. Do not use drugs or methods blindly to avoid aggravating the condition.
2. Psychological care
Children’s eczema will affect their children’s quality of life and mental health, so parents need to give their children enough care and support so that they can feel the warmth and care of their families.
Abstract: Children\’s eczema is a common skin disease. Its causes are complex and may be related to genetics, immune abnormalities, environment and other factors. This article introduces the relevant knowledge of children\’s eczema from the aspects of causes and symptoms, prevention, drug treatment, traditional Chinese medicine treatment, precautions and responses. Parents should pay attention to their diet, keep their skin clean and indoor air moist, use topical drugs correctly and take oral drugs as prescribed by their doctor. You can also try traditional Chinese medicine immersion and acupuncture and other therapeutic methods. In terms of coping, parents need to seek medical treatment promptly and provide their children with adequate psychological care.
