Question
How to cure a child’s eczema and prevent its recurrence? What precautions should be taken?
Answer
Infantile eczema is a common skin allergic disease, often related to hereditary allergic constitution. Treatment can involve oral medications combined with external lotions to reduce inflammation and pain, as well as the application of ointments for treatment. However, caution should be exercised when using ointments containing steroids, as they may cause side effects. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that infantile eczema is related to weakened spleen and stomach function, and excessive dampness in the body, and traditional Chinese medicine treatments may be effective. If the mother is breastfeeding, she should avoid eating spicy foods, fish, seafood, and other irritants. At the same time, it is best to minimize the baby’s contact with water to prevent skin irritation.