Eczema in Children

Eczema is a chronic skin condition that causes red, itchy patches to form on the skin. It can occur anywhere on the body, but most commonly appears on the face, arms and legs.

In infants, eczema can appear in the first year of life and is often referred to as "atopic dermatitis." In older children, eczema often occurs in response to stress, heat, sweat or dust. If your child has eczema, you may notice that symptoms tend to get worse after certain activities such as swimming or during the stressful exam season.

If your child begins showing signs of eczema, consult with your Dermatologist for an accurate diagnosis so that he or she can properly treat your child's condition and help minimise future flares.

Treatment for Eczema in Children

Your child should see a Dermatologist early in order to make an accurate diagnosis and to receive effective treatment. Personalised management will be provided and your dermatologist will discuss exacerbating factors, identify allergens, and educate on avoidance of triggers.

Treatments would include gentle cleansers and moisturisers to restore the skin barrier, steroid creams or steroid free anti-inflammatory creams to control any flares.

In cases which are severe, treatment may require antibiotics, anti-itch tablets, oral steroids, wet wraps, phototherapy or oral anti-inflammatory medicines. We also now have the newest treatments such as Dupilimab (Dupixent) injections and oral JAK inhibitors.