To keep your child from scratching the patches of skin and breaking the skin open, keep your child’s nails short and trimmed. Help prevent night scratching by placing mittens or cotton socks on your child’s hands.
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4. Avoid Triggers
There are certain allergens within a child’s environment that can cause flare-ups. Some soaps, lotions, fabrics and foods can all be triggers to cause eczema to rear its ugly head. Fragrances, cigarette smoke and stress can also serve as triggers. Talk to your child’s doctor about identifying and avoiding the things that may aggravate your child’s eczema.
5. Treat Flare-Ups
If your child has a flare-up, he/she may need medication to feel better. Talk to your doctor about the options available for treatment. Topical steroids may be used to help bring down the outbreak, and doses are dependent upon the age of the child and the severity of the outbreak.
6. Bleach Bath Therapy
Some children with eczema may benefit from soaking in a diluted bleach bath. Bleach baths decrease bacteria on the skin. Measure 1/2 cup of bleach for a full bathtub of water and use a 1/4 cup of bleach for a half full tub. If bathing a baby or toddler, add one teaspoon of bleach per gallon of water. Have your child soak five to 10 minutes, then rinse with plain water. Pat the skin dry and apply any medication. Important Note: Consult your child’s doctor before beginning bleach bath therapy.
6 Ways To Help Your Child With Eczema was originally published on blackdoctor.org
