Question
After 60 days of birth, milk crusts appear on the top of the baby’s head and forehead. One month after birth, no treatment has been taken. What kind of help is needed? How should it be treated? How can future prevention be managed?
Answer
The causes of seborrheic and fissured infant eczema are multifaceted, including excessive exposure to allergens and poor living habits. Treatment methods mainly include avoiding contact with allergens, avoiding alcohol and foods that can cause allergies, maintaining skin cleanliness, avoiding bathing with excessively hot water, and avoiding the use of irritant medications. For systemic diseases, Western medicine focuses on anti-inflammatory and anti-allergic treatments, using antihistamines and calcium supplements. Traditional Chinese medicine treatment primarily focuses on clearing heat and dampness, dispelling wind and clearing heat, nourishing blood and smoothing wind dryness. Pure Chinese medicine products like Li Xing Ning can be used for various types of eczema, especially for chronic eczema and scrotal eczema, showing significant effects. The usual course of treatment is 20 days, with topical application three times a day. For patients with a longer history, it is recommended to combine oral traditional Chinese medicine for internal adjustment, such as Skin Disease Blood Toxin Pill, Longgan Xiegan Pill, Ku Shan Pill, etc. These are the suggestions for the question on “seborrheic and fissured infant eczema.” I hope this helps you. Wishing you good health!