What to do if children's skin itches in autumn

The weather is relatively dry in autumn, and children's immunity is relatively poor, which can easily lead to dry skin, causing symptoms such as skin itching, and even allergies. If they scratch, it is easy to cause infection and purulent ulcers. Therefore, parents must take their children for treatment in time, such as traditional Chinese medicine treatment, Western medicine treatment, etc.

1. Traditional Chinese medicine treatment

Traditional Chinese medicine treatment can be achieved through oral medication and bathing, which has a very good effect. Acupuncture therapy can also be used, including the Quchi, Hegu, Xuehai, Zusanli and other acupoints. Systemic itching caused by blood deficiency and liver hyperactivity should be treated by nourishing blood and moistening dryness, calming the liver and extinguishing wind. Silkworm sand or peach leaves can be boiled into a soup, the residue can be removed and used for bathing, and Angelica sinensis drink can be taken orally with modifications. For localized skin itching caused by damp-heat, the treatment principle is to clear away heat, promote dampness and relieve itching. The local area can be fumigated and washed with a decoction of Kochia scoparia, Cnidium monnieri, Sophora flavescens, Salvia miltiorrhiza and Artemisia argyi, and Longdan Xiegan Decoction can be taken orally with modifications.

2. Treatment with winter melon peel soaked in water

How to treat children’s itchy skin in autumn: soak winter melon peel in water for treatment. Winter melon peel tastes sweet and is slightly cold in nature. It has the effects of clearing stomach heat, promoting diuresis and reducing swelling.

Method: Boil the dried wax gourd peel in water and use it for bathing. Then apply the peel to the itchy areas to relieve the itching.

Note: Winter melon peel can also prevent and treat fluid extravasation. For some patients who feel skin swelling and edema after itching, or patients whose skin is swollen and fluid extravasation occurs due to long-term intravenous infusion, wiping the infusion site with winter melon peel water and applying the peel to the infusion site twice a day can eliminate edema and prevent fluid extravasation.

3. Seek medical attention in serious cases

How to treat itchy skin in children in autumn: Seek medical attention if it is serious. If the itching is more serious and the rash is obvious over a large area, or if there are dermatitis symptoms such as redness, swelling, ulcers, and exudation on the skin, do not choose medication for treatment without authorization. You should go to the hospital immediately and use topical and oral medications under the doctor's guidance to avoid further deterioration of the condition.

Note: If the skin only has mild local itching, you should use some hormone-free and moisturizing topical medications. You can apply Luofu Mountain Herb Oil on itchy skin 2 to 3 times a day, which can effectively relieve itching, swelling and pain.

4. Use wild chrysanthemum to relieve itching

If your baby's scalp is severely itchy, you can try washing your baby's hair with wild chrysanthemum water to relieve the symptoms. If you can’t find fresh wild chrysanthemums for the time being, you can also use the wild chrysanthemums you usually use to make tea.