Baby's back of hand is swollen, what's going on?

Because babies are too young, sometimes they will just cry when they have health problems, so parents need to be extra careful when taking care of them. Some mothers may find that the back of their babies' hands are swollen, but they are not crying. So what’s going on if the back of your baby’s hand is swollen? The first thing to pay attention to is insect and mosquito bites. If this is the case, the baby will feel itchy and scratch frequently. In addition to being bitten, you should also pay attention to whether you are allergic to any food you have eaten.

1. Most babies' sudden swelling on the back of their hands is caused by mosquito bites and insect bites, especially in summer. If you can find obvious bite marks on the back of the baby's hand, and the baby will scratch it with his hands, it can basically be concluded that it is caused by mosquito bites and insect bites. Mosquitoes release venom when biting people, which causes the local soft tissue to be irritated and become red and swollen. In particular, the baby's skin and subcutaneous tissue are relatively delicate and have poor resistance, so they are more prone to swelling problems. However, parents should also note that if the baby is stung by a bee or scorpion, or irritated by the hair of a caterpillar, not only will swelling occur, but also severe pain. It is best to seek medical diagnosis and treatment in a timely manner.

2. Allergy is also a common cause of sudden swelling on the back of a baby's hand. Local symptoms such as redness, raised papules, and itching may also appear simultaneously. Parents should think about what the baby has recently come into contact with or eaten, and avoid letting the baby come into contact with these things again. Then ask the doctor to prescribe some medication for the baby's treatment.

3. The sudden swelling of the back of the baby's hand may also be caused by a fall, especially if the baby likes to run and jump, and may fall if he is not careful, resulting in injury to some part of the body. If the back of the baby's hand is swollen due to a fall, it may be accompanied by obvious pain symptoms. Parents should take the baby to the hospital for a detailed examination in time to see if there are any tendon and bone injuries.

If the back of your child's hand is swollen and itchy due to mosquito bites, it is recommended to apply Fengyoujing or Yunnan Baiyao tincture, which has the effect of reducing swelling and relieving itching. In addition, keep the affected area clean and avoid scratching to prevent infection.