subject: Baby Eczema Is Irritating [print this page] If you have children, you are certainly aware that babies often develop rashes or have reactions to different things. However many babies develop baby eczema which can be much more irritating than any rash they might get. The atopic dermatitis seen in babies is often referred to as infantile eczema. This type of eczema is not limited to infants but is developed by older children as well.
Babies can develop baby eczema within a few months after they are born. There are various symptoms which include dry, red, itchy skin. Babies can also develop tiny bumps on parts of their body such as the scalp, forehead and/or cheeks. This baby eczema will sometimes spread to the infants legs, arms, stomach and back. The infected area will usually look red and irritated but it can also become crusty and sometimes even develop open lesions. Small children can also have signs of eczema in the creases of their arms, behind the knees, on the back of the ankles and on the back of the wrists.
You can see why baby eczema is so irritating for infants, especially since they are so tiny, unable to speak and tell their parents how they feel. The torment from the baby eczema will likely cause the child to cry and or course the constant crying can be irritating for the parent. There is good news however regarding baby eczema. First of all there are creams and treatments available for baby eczema so if you suspect your child has this condition you should definitely consult their physician. Secondly, over half of infants who have baby eczema will be totally over it within a few years. There is plenty to learn about infants including details relating to the rashes which tend to cause major torment for these helpless little beings. If youre a parent who is going through a similar situation with your baby, you can gain a whole lot of knowledge by researching baby eczema on the Internet.
