Patient's question:
Recently, I noticed small red bumps on my child's body. There aren't many of them, and the family doesn't know what's going on. What should I do?Doctor's answer:
Infant skin should be smooth, delicate, and white, but some infants' skin may become rough, scaly, or even cracked and weepy. Especially in humid and hot environments, the skin may turn red, and the itching may worsen. Medically known as "atopic dermatitis" or "allergic dermatitis," it is colloquially referred to as "eczema." The rashes that appear on the child are typical eczema. Eczema is a chronic skin condition primarily caused by intolerance or allergy to ingested, inhaled, or contacted substances. Most infants are only intolerant to cow's milk protein, but some may also be intolerant to breast milk protein. This intolerance usually begins 1–2 months after birth and gradually worsens, often reaching its peak around 4 months of age. It is recommended to pay close attention to daily care.