Question
My child has a red pimple on their back that has been there for over a week. There’s only one, and it’s not on any other part of their body. The child is in good health. I want to know what could this be?
Answer
Based on your description, your child’s symptoms may be due to eczema. Eczema is a common skin condition that can be related to factors such as seasonal changes, spicy food, seafood, beef and mutton, sweating, and friction. It is recommended that you take your child to see a dermatologist, who will be able to make an accurate diagnosis and provide treatment suggestions. Under the doctor’s guidance, antihistamines can be used for treatment, and the condition should be monitored. Additionally, you can try some traditional Chinese medicine washing methods, such as using ku shen (coptis), huang bai (phellodendron), and she chuang zi (cnidium).