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Eczema is a fairly common disease and affects 10-15% of babies. Eczema is characterized by an itchy, scaly, red rash on the face and joints of the hands and feet (and other areas of the body, eczema may also be present). Eczema is often dry and rough. Symptoms of eczema can improve over time and may go away as a child gets older. In addition, making lifestyle changes and medications can help treat infant eczema.

Steps

Method 1 of 2: Lifestyle changes

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   Identify the causative agent of neonatal eczema. Some children have a higher risk of developing eczema than others because the disease has a strong genetic ability. However, if you look at it, it will be easier to spot some environmental factors that can also trigger a baby's eczema flare-ups or worsen. The triggers of eczema to look out for (and avoid if possible) are:
   • Soap and detergent. If you find that soap and detergents are the cause of your eczema, you should use a mild, fragrance-free product specifically designed for babies with sensitive skin to help reduce irritation.
   • Some fabrics eg wool or polyester
   • Dry skin
   • High heat and sweat
   • Stress
   • Food

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   Observe your baby's diet for allergens. While it is not yet certain whether food can cause infant eczema, many people suspect that certain sensitive and often allergenic foods could be the cause of infant eczema flare-ups. The problem foods are usually dairy products, wheat, soy products, eggs and nuts.
   • For problem foods, eliminate foods one at a time and observe if your child's eczema symptoms improve.
   • If you want to identify a specific agent, you should only exclude one food group at a time to determine exactly what the problem is (remember that your child may be allergic or sensitive to more than one food. Products).
   • See your doctor to find out if your child has a food allergy. Your doctor will test blood or refer an allergist to help you determine your baby's potential for allergies to certain foods.

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   Take a quick bath with warm water for your baby. Warm water is better because hot water can dry out your skin and make your eczema worse. In addition, you should bathe quickly (preferably no more than 10 minutes) for your baby because too long baths in warm water will reduce the natural moisture of the skin. Every 2-3 days, you should bathe your baby once.
   • Gently dry your baby after bathing. Do not rub your baby's skin to avoid irritating and worsening eczema.
   • You can also add oatmeal soaked products to your baby bath. These products are effective in relieving itching.
   • Avoid using bubble and scented bath soaps. Instead, use products that are gentle and specifically designed for babies with sensitive skin, such as Aveeno, Cetaphil or Eucerin.

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   Apply moisturizer. Use a moisturizer once a day to maintain your baby's natural moisture. It is best to apply moisturizer to your baby after bathing. Typical moisturizer brands are Eucerin, Cetaphil, Nutraderm and Aveeno.

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   Wear loose clothing for your baby. Tight clothing often causes irritation. Conversely, wearing loose clothing for your baby makes the skin easier to breathe. In addition, you should avoid wearing layers of clothing or over-heating your baby to prevent sweat from itching and making eczema worse.

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   Use a humidifier. The eczema gets worse if the skin is dry, so using a humidifier will help keep the air moist and reduce eczema flare-ups. You can use a humidifier at night and in your baby's bedroom.
   • Using a humidifier is especially important for areas with dry climates or when the weather is cold and dry.

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   Keep fingernails short so that your baby cannot scratch it. Eczema is an itchy rash and scratching that can make the illness worse. Keeping fingernails short will reduce your baby's ability to scratch.
   • You can also wear gloves all day to keep your baby from scratching the itch, especially if he has severe eczema.
   • Another protective measure is to wet the eczema area. Wet wrap helps keep the skin moist as well as prevents the baby from scratching. Every 8 hours, you should wet wrap once. Besides, you should also consult your doctor about how to use wet wrap for your baby.

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   See your doctor to diagnose your baby's eczema. Although eczema is a very common disease, you should still see your baby's doctor or pediatrician to properly diagnose the disease and rule out other serious possibilities. In addition, your doctor may recommend medications to treat your baby's eczema if the lifestyle changes don't help. advertisement

Method 2 of 2: Seek medical treatments

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   Use antihistamines to relieve itching. Antihistamines such as Zyrtec or Claritin can be given to children to control eczema symptoms by relieving itching. These are available over-the-counter drugs.
   • Ask your doctor about the right dose for your baby because the dose of medicine is often different for different ages.

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   Use topical cortisteroid. The orticosteroid has an inhibitory effect on the immune response, thereby helping to reduce (or eliminate) the rash caused by eczema. You can buy 1% hydrocortisone over the counter at a pharmacy.
   • Apply the medicine to the affected area 1-2 times daily or according to the instructions on the package.

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   Ask your doctor about prescription drugs. If over-the-counter medications don't work, you can ask your doctor to prescribe them for your baby. Your doctor will recommend some more powerful immunosuppressants such as topical corticosteroids or other creams. However, doctors rarely prescribe oral medications. In addition, your doctor may also recommend some anti-inflammatory drugs.
   • If the rash becomes infected, your baby will also need to drink or apply antibiotics to fight the infection.
   • Follow your doctor's instructions as only the doctor knows exactly what is best for your baby.

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   Use UV therapy as the last resort. UV therapy is not preferred first because it increases the risk of skin cancer (similar to exposure to sunlight). However, this method is sometimes used if the eczema is too severe.

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   Learn about eczema. Eczema cannot be treated but can be effectively controlled by avoiding pathogens as well as treating symptoms. Many people take a very long time to get better, and symptoms may not appear for many years.
   • If your baby has eczema, the risk of it coming back is very high. However, some babies get better when they grow up.
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