The atopic dermatitis It is the most common skin disease in childhood. Approximately 20% of children under six suffer from it, an incidence that has increased markedly in developed countries in recent years.
It is an inflammatory skin disease that manifests with reddish lesions that produce itching. They usually appear in rounded areas in babies (chin, knees, elbows, forehead) and inside the elbows, behind the knees, feet, hands, torso and neck in children.
It is a condition that affects the quality of life of the child so it is advisable to take into account some tips to protect your skin. Let's see what are the care for children with atopic dermatitis.
At the time, we detail the decalogue of tips for children with atopic dermatits offered by the General Council of Official Pharmaceutical Associations such as avoiding excessive temperature, scratching and drying without rubbing, among others.
Now we know some new recommendations of the same body within the framework of talks that will offer 35,000 parents of children with atopic dermatitis in schools and pharmacy offices. These are:
- Daily bath with warm water for a maximum of 15 minutes.
- Use shower and bath gels without soap, called syndet, that do not irritate the skin.
- Dry gently without rubbing.
- Hydrate the skin immediately after bathing while it is still wet.
- Use emollient / moisturizing products without perfume and hypoallergenic.
- The most reddened and affected areas of the skin should be treated only with specific medications and / or adjuvants.
- Use cotton clothes or natural fabrics daily.
- Avoid cold, heat or excessive sweating.
- Always keep nails short and clean.
- The skin must be constantly hydrated to relieve itching and optimize the functioning of the skin barrier.
