Eczema Treatment For Children

Caring For Your Their Skin

It’s important to help your child manage their eczema symptoms. To do this, it is essential that they avoid scratching, rubbing or picking the affected skin. Scratching can cause worsening of the condition, leading to unsightly pigmentation, broken skin and scarring.

There are several techniques that can be extremely helpful in managing eczema symptoms and reducing itching. For example,

Mild Nourishing Soaps or Cleansers

Use mild and nourishing soaps or cleansers, such as bath oils. For infected skin, antiseptic cleansers with antiseptic may be needed.

Frequent Moisturiser

Moisturise your child's skin frequently to build a healthy skin barrier, which will reduce the risk of developing eczema, especially during travel to cold and dry climates or after swimming. When a moistened dressing like Tubifast dressing is used over the moisturiser, it enhances the effect. <br><br><b>Moisturisers do not cause thinning of the skin.</b>

Choose Clothing Materials Like Cotton

Choose clothing materials like cotton for your child's clothing; they are more comfortable for atopic skin and can absorb perspiration well

Prevent them from scratching, rubbing or picking their skin

Help your child avoid scratching, rubbing or picking the skin. This will make eczema worse and lead to unsightly pigmentation, broken skin and scars. Talk to a doctor for techniques to minimise scratching.

Manage Your Child’s Eczema with Us

When it comes to treating eczema in children, safety is of the utmost importance. The doctor will discuss the various options with you and help decide on the best course of treatment for your child.

Topical Steroids

Topical steroids can be used to reduce skin inflammation, but there are several misconceptions that should be addressed. It's important to talk with your child's dermatologist about how to use topical steroids safely and effectively. It's also important to make sure your child's skin is well moisturized to get the best results.

Steroid-free Topical Medications

Your dermatologist may also suggest using steroid-free topical medications, which can also be effective in treating eczema in children.

Oral Medications

In cases of severe and persistent eczema, your child's doctor may recommend oral medications.

Overall, it’s important to work with your doctor to ensure that your child’s eczema is being treated safely and effectively. It can take time to find the right combination of treatments, but with the help of a qualified dermatologist, you can find relief for your little one.

Eczema in Children – We’re Here For You

When it comes to children and eczema, there is a psychological component that often gets overlooked.

While the physical symptoms of eczema can be controlled with topical treatments and lifestyle changes, many children also suffer from feelings of guilt, embarrassment and shame.

These emotions can lead to avoidance behaviours such as refusing treatment or covering up skin patches, which can further worsen the condition and lead to long-term psychological issues. Parents and caregivers should pay attention to their child’s mental health in addition to providing medical care, in order to ensure that the child is able to cope with their diagnosis and overcome any emotional distress they may be feeling.