Patient's question:
The baby is two and a half months old. There is a hard, fat-like substance on the head, and the skin on the body is also patchy. There are no redness symptoms. What could be the cause? Is there any medicine that can be applied to treat it?Doctor's answer:
Eczema, also known as atopic dermatitis, is a condition caused by a genetic predisposition to allergies, resulting from an increase in immunoglobulin E in the blood.Infantile eczema can appear 10-15 days after birth, manifesting as small red bumps on the face, scales on the eyebrows, and other symptoms. Infants prone to eczema on their faces are also likely to develop diaper rash in their buttocks, so it's important to maintain cleanliness and dryness during buttock care.
At 1-2 months of age, babies are particularly susceptible to eczema, which tends to worsen by 3 months. A hard, greasy crust may form on the top of the head, along with the face. Due to the itching, the baby may become uncomfortable and scratch constantly.
If a hard crust appears on the top of the head, you can soak it in baby oil for 20 minutes before bathing, then gently wash it off with warm water. If it doesn’t come off in one go, you can repeat the process next time.
For breastfeeding mothers, trying to avoid dairy and eggs may help reduce the severity of their baby’s eczema symptoms. When bathing the baby, use only water, and dress them in cotton clothing that has been disinfected by exposure to sunlight.
Preventing infantile eczema is crucial.，。、，。、、。
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