8 month old baby urticaria

Children are the apple of their parents' eyes. Once the baby becomes unwell, parents will be very worried, fearing that it will affect the child's growth and development. Especially for babies who are not very old, their immunity is relatively low. Once there is a problem with their body, they will become very weak and their health will be greatly affected. Some babies may also develop skin diseases. So, what should you do if your 8-month-old baby has urticaria?

Symptoms of urticaria in children

About 15%-20% of babies have experienced urticaria, which is a very common skin symptom. The child's skin surface is swollen and red spots appear. The baby will feel itchy and keep scratching with his little hands. The rash usually lasts for a few minutes to a few hours before disappearing, but it can sometimes last for a few days.

If the symptoms of urticaria in children do not exceed 6 weeks, it is acute; if they exceed 6 weeks, it is chronic. Chronic urticaria is an allergic reaction to a specific antigen. Hives are characterized by cycles of hives appearing in various parts of the body. Sometimes it's fine during the day, but becomes serious at night. If part of the skin becomes red, swollen, or itchy after eating certain foods, being bitten by insects such as ants, or due to psychological excitement, it may be urticaria.

Babies with allergic reactions may also have diarrhea or vomiting, and may sneeze and have a runny nose. Some babies may also feel dizzy or have difficulty breathing.

What are the key points in the care of urticaria in children

1. In terms of diet, you should pay attention to avoid eating foods related to measles, such as cod liver oil, shrimp, and eggs. Animal proteins such as milk are commonly known as "hair-raising foods". Eat more green vegetables and carbohydrate foods.

2. If there are obvious inducements, causal treatment should be carried out, such as actively treating respiratory infections caused by bacteria or viruses. However, medications should be used with caution. Many antibiotics and sulfonamides are also allergens, so it is best to use Chinese herbal medicine.

3. For children with urticaria, it is important to observe the child’s disease status and treat it as early as possible. Complications of measles are many and severe. The more common complications include pneumonia, laryngitis, myocarditis and encephalitis.

4. Children with urticaria should pay attention to lying down and resting until the rash subsides and the symptoms of the disease disappear. A good correction environment should be created for them. The room should be quiet, the air should be fresh and moist, windows should be opened frequently for ventilation, drafts should be avoided, and it is not appropriate to let cold wind blow directly on the sick child. Strong light should be prevented from irritating the child's eyes, and the light bulb should be covered with a lampshade. Dressing and covering sick children should be scientific. Wearing too many clothes and covering yourself up with sweat all over will make you more likely to catch a cold when exposed to the wind, which may lead to pneumonia.

5. Keep the skin clean and dry to prevent secondary infection. Keep your baby's nails short and try to persuade him not to scratch with his hands.

6. Mothers should pay attention to observe the allergens that cause urticaria in their children. If they find that their children are allergic to a certain food or drug, they should stop using it immediately and try to avoid contact with suspected allergens.

7. Do not scratch the affected area. Parents should pay attention to timely care of their children and not let them scratch the affected area with their hands, as this may cause the itchiness to increase. If the scratching is severe, it may also lead to skin lesions and infections. Parents can use cold compresses to reduce the itching sensation in their children.

8. Balanced nutrition. Parents should pay attention to balanced nutrition when caring for their children. Children should not eat too much high-protein food and should eat less or no spicy food and seafood products. Parents can supplement some vitamins for their children to ensure normal metabolism of the body. This is also one of the care methods for children's urticaria.