Did You Know?
Eczema can evolve over time, meaning that treatments that worked in the past can suddenly stop being as effective. It’s important that parents don’t stop searching for remedies, even when their child’s condition seems under control.
Watch What Your Child Eats
Certain foods can aggravate eczema, so it’s a good idea to eliminate them from your child’s diet in order to pinpoint the trigger. Some common culprits include dairy and red meat, wheat flour, nuts and tropical fruits such as mango and pineapple.
Slip On Socks!
Many young children can’t help scratching their skin at night. Slipping socks or gloves onto your child’s hands before bed is a great trick to prevent this.
Check your shower
Bathing in chlorinated tap water strips the skin of its natural oils and can cause itching and scaling—not what you want when you’re already battling dry, uncomfortable skin! Using a shower filter to remove chlorine can be helpful in preventing further irritation.
Limit Heat
Eczema has a tendency to flare up when it’s hot, but some experts believe the underlying cause may be food allergies. Some children can handle food triggers when it’s cool outside, but unable to control them when it becomes hot. Limit these trigger foods and try to keep your child from overheating.
Did You Know?
A recent study found that newborns who share a home with a pet cat may be more likely to develop eczema as infants than other babies. The study showed that babies exposed to cats shortly after birth had higher rates of eczema at age 1 than babies who lived in homes without cats. On the other hand, owning two or more dogs was associated with lower rates of eczema.
Consider Homeopathy
Seeing a homeopathic doctor can be very helpful if you’re having trouble treating your child’s condition. She may be able to recommend a treatment that addresses his specific needs. For instance, some children experience itching and burning that is only soothed by applying something hot, while others complain of symptoms that require cool compresses. With over 600 homeopathic remedies at your doctor’s disposal, you’ve got a good shot at finding a treatment that works.
