Patient's question:
The baby came back from kindergarten, and at night, they started getting red rashes all over their body. The child itches so much that they keep crying and can't stop. I used mugwort water to wipe their body and then applied a little erythromycin ointment to it. Tomorrow, I plan to take them to the hospital to see a doctor. I'm asking if the child's rashes should be seen by a pediatric internal medicine doctor?Doctor's answer:
Based on the situation you described, it is still considered to be caused by allergies. This condition is usually considered to be hives. It is necessary to visit the dermatology department of a hospital for diagnosis and treatment. Under the guidance of a doctor, oral antihistamines can be taken. Do not let the child eat spicy or greasy foods, and maintain a light diet. There are many causes of allergies. If the child has recurrent allergies, it may be necessary to undergo an allergen test. Combining traditional Chinese medicine for treatment also yields good results.