Question
The baby constantly scratches the head and neck area during the day. What’s going on? We often bathe and wash his hair, and there’s nothing wrong with the head after scratching, but the neck is red and swollen. Applying a calendula gel can temporarily relieve the discomfort. The baby has had urticaria before. What could this be, and what should we do?
Answer
This situation may be caused by allergic factors, possibly a recurrence of urticaria. Urticaria is related to personal allergic reactions and may recur repeatedly. The child may feel itchy around the neck, leading to scratching. This is usually due to an allergic reaction. You can first change the baby’s clothing and bedding, and give the child some loratadine. If the symptoms do not improve, it is recommended to take the child to a dermatology clinic for a consultation.