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Treating Newborn Eczema
Treating Newborn EczemaIf your baby has an itchy rash on his cheeks or skin, it could be Eczema, also known as Atopic Dermatitis. Thedry, red, flaky, patches can be caused by dry skin or substances that can irritate your baby’s skin such asscented laundry detergents, soaps, or shampoos. If you have eczema, your baby is more likely to get it too.Many babies outgrow eczema by age four. Some children may have it all their lives.Here’s what you can do to prevent eczema flare-ups. Keep your baby’s skin moisturized. Use fragrance freemoisturizers. After a lukewarm bath gently pat the skin dry and then rub a thick cream or ointment on yourbaby’s skin. Apply moisturizer to their face and body at least once a day.Avoid irritants such as chemicals in soaps and detergents. Use mild laundry detergent with no dyes orperfumes. Skip using fabric softener in the dryer. Avoid scratchy fabrics such as wool. Dress your baby inloose, cotton clothing. Don’t overdress your little one or use too many blankets. If she gets hot and sweaty itcan cause a flare up.Try to keep your baby from scratching her skin. Trim her nails to keep them short. Scratching can makeeczema worse and lead to infection. Ask your doctor if allergies could be the cause of the eczema. Sometimesallergies such as food, pet, pollen or dust mites can trigger the rash or make it worse. If it is caused by anallergy, avoid the trigger, if possible.Talk to your baby’s healthcare provider about medicines that could help keep the eczema under control.This program is for informational purposes only. Publisher disclaims all guarantees regarding the accuracy, completeness,or suitability of this video for medical decision making. For all health related issues please contact your healthcare provider.PRG57295A EN TreatingNewbornEczema.pdf© The Wellness NetworkPage 1 of 1
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