1. Definition of Infant Eczema Infant eczema refers to a common skin disease that appears in infants and young children, usually starting to appear around 3 months old. It is a chronic, recurring skin inflammation, mainly characterized by skin redness, swelling, blisters, exudation, scabs and itching. 2. Causes of infant eczema 1. Genetic factors: Children with a family history are more likely to suffer from eczema. 2. Environmental factors: empty