anyone with, or has have eczema? what did you use for it. Help plz. my baby has it, and I'm worried?

Answer 1

I was flipping through one of my books and found the following info on eczema:

Eczema is a type of skin condition that is believed to be a type of allergic reaction, usually showing up around 2 to 6 months. Sometimes it's triggered when a baby is put on solids or switched from breast milk to formula or from formula to cow's milk. It's more common in families who have a history of eczema, asthma, or hay fever. It starts on the cheeks and often spreads elsewhere, most frequently to the area behind the ears and to the neck, arms and legs. It doesn't usually spread to the diaper area until 6 to 8 months. The following are important in handling the eczema:

Clip nails. Keep nails as short as possible to minimize damage caused by scratching. You may want to cover her hands while she sleeps to prevent the scratching.

Curtail bathing. Since prolonged contact with soap and water increases skin dryness, limit baths to no more than 10 to 15 minutes, using an extra mild soap. Don't allow baby to sit in soapy water, and as soon as she's out use a moisturizer. Chlorinated and salt water can make eczema worse so limit exposure to the pool or beach.

Lubricate lavishly. Spread plenty of hypo-allergenic skin cream on after bath while the skin is still damp. Don't use petroleum jelly such as Vaseline or oils.

Control the environment. Because excessive heat, cold, or dry air can worsen eczema avoid taking baby out in extreme weather. Keep your home neither too hot nor too cold, and use a humidifier to keep the air moist.

Keep it cotton. Perspiration can make eczema worse, so avoid synthetic, wool, and overdressing in general. Also avoid itchy fabrics and clothing with rough seams or trim. Soft cotton clothing loosely layered will be best. When baby plays on carpet use a cotton sheet under her.

Control diet. Under the doctor's supervision eliminate any foods that seem to trigger a flare up or worsen the rash.

Also, Gerber makes a great balm called Teeny Faces that works really well. Pick some up if you get a chance.

Hope that helps!!

Answer 2

Hi i don't know how much i can help you if any but i have 4 kids and out of all 4 my next to oldest had and still has flare ups but has had it for 5 years. Or every since he was born. I bought all the eczema things they have in stores used every prescription ointment/cream there is. The only thing i found to keep his under control was to add a little bit of johnson's baby oil to his bath water.Yes it is a mess because like me i have to clean out the boys bath tub every night after bath time.I have 3 boys and 1 girl born oct '06. I hope you find this useful. I could tell a big difference in only a few days. I told his allergist about this and he said if it works then to do it.It keeps there skin moisterized at all times or if your like me all night and most of the next day til bath time again that night.He itched real bad and had the patchy dry itchy red areas all over especailly where it got hot(under arms,bends of arms,legs. He was pitiful. But thanks to baby oil i now have it completly under control.Give it a try you never know it may be the "miracle drug" you would have never thought of.Unless of course you have already tried this.Trust me it works better the Elicon,Elidil(this burnedhim),naystaton,diprolene,gentle naturals(this is over the counter) the rest are prescriptions.
Even the antibiotic ointment Bactroban. Hope this helps you Dawn (GA)

Answer 3

My daughter has had it for 18 months, and she is only 19 months old.
When the flare up is really bad, I take her to the doctor for some hydrocortisone cream for it. On top of that, she has balneum plus bath oil, we use aqueous cream instead of soap, and we use E45 on her skin daily.

Also, we have just been given an aloe vera plant, all you have to do is cut the end off and put the juice on her sore skin. Don't rub it in completely, let it dry on the skin.

Another thing to consider is not to use any scented laundry or bath products. Use the unscented baby wipes, and don't be scared to harass the doctors when your baby is suffering. The cold weather makes my daughter's skin worse, so remember that when everyone is telling you to watch your baby's diet, that the flare ups might be due to the weather. All you can really do, is moisturise as much as possible and wash all your families clothes in the same detergent as your baby's clothes are washed in.

I have also heard that if you put porridge oats into the foot of some old washed tights, and run the bath water over it before using it as a sponge in the bath, it can ease the symptoms, I haven't tried this, but I am told that it is good!

Another thing that helped my daughter was the E45 Itch Relief Cream. It stopped her scratching herself to ribbons in her sleep.

Answer 4

My little boy had eczema on his cheeks. I was not sure what method to use but I didn't want to make my boy go through any surgery treatments at this young age. Some suggested a plastic surgeon since it was in a very visible location but our family doctor recommend this natural guide.

Best Eczema Treatment?

Answer 5

We use Baby Aquaphor which works miracles for my daughter. also you can get a script for a higher concentration hydrocortisone cream if it gets really bad. However most doctors I know wont prescribe anything else (ellidil etc) for it unless your child is constantly oozing and no other treatment has helped or is above a certain age. Most ped's we've seen have felt that it was just something baby's would grow out of and unless it was seriously a problem wouldn't prescribe anthing hardcore.

Answer 6

There is a brand called "GENTLE NATURALS" by Baby Orajel. They make a Baby eczema cream and wash. It has aloe and vitamins A/D/E to help nurture and help irritated skin. It also has lavender and chamomile to help calm and relax your baby. It smells good too! Give it a try but if your worried call your Dr.
Good-Luck!!

Answer 7

Hey, don't worry to much. At first our children will all go thru something different thru out their life time as they grow and adjust to life. My new son had developed eczema at 2 month old. My doctor advised me to use Äveeno Baby" soothing relief moisture cream with natural colloidal oatmeal, found in the baby section of stores. I started using it and mixing it with some none scented Vaseline. Within 1 month I stated to notice the difference. My son was not trying to scratch himself as much and his skin started to smooth itself out again. Not looking dry or feeling rubbery or rough. Now he is back to normal. Also don't use any scented products at all, not flannel or woolly blankets or clothing. Try only to use cotton items. Also keep finger nails trimmed. Just hang in there, and trust me all will be just fine.

Answer 8

My sons pediatrician told me to use Aveeno Baby soothing relief creamy wash it says on the front that is used for eczema they also have a lotion too, and everyday use Eucerin dry scin therapy lotion. It helps keep my son eczema under control.

Answer 9

my little sister Rosemary has it and had it from the day she was born and the doctor told my mom to use eucerin calming cream you cant find it at any drug store or super store....its not greasy and yucking feeling like most other meds for it....Rosie is 5 and shes not too picky about it she usually puts it no right after a bath to help retain moisture....and she keeps putting it on every time she starts to itch....it doest really have a smell so you dont have to worry about that either! hope that helps!

Answer 10

Baby Aveeno or Eucerin cream....both of these worked for my daughter....she had really bad spots on her checks for about 3 months when she was 4 months......my sisters baby also had this and she had to change her diet cuz she nursed and his excema was caused by allergies.