The presentation of eczema varies in different age groups. Eczema is a group of non-contagious inflammatory skin conditions that most commonly affects children. The affected areas also differ according to the patient’s age.
In infants, it presents as a dry, itchy, scaly patch and the most involved areas are:
In children, eczema occurs within two years of age and is characterized by dry and scaly patches over the skin folds like:
Over time, the skin becomes inflamed and appears red, bumpy, discolored, and thicker.
There are several factors involved in the development of eczema in children. They are:
If the child has both the following factors, he is more prone to have atopic dermatitis:
The doctor can tell you by physically examining the skin of the child and taking the complete case history. Also following are the tests used to diagnose this condition:
Blood test:
The child is tested for IgE(Immunoglobulin E) levels which are generally high in allergies. IgE is released by the immune system of the patient.
Skin test:
A skin biopsy test is recommended, where a tiny sample of the skin is taken and sent for investigation.
The skin should be moisturized properly at least twice or thrice a day. The best time to apply moisturizer is after showering. Also, it is necessary for skin hydration as lotions or moisturizers contain a lot of water.
Yes, it can lead to skin thickening, bacterial infections in inflamed areas, or allergic dermatitis.
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