Small blisters on children's hands

Young children, due to their young age, are physically immature. Therefore, on the one hand, life is full of vitality and grows day by day; on the other hand, because it is not yet mature, its various functions are relatively fragile, its resistance is low, and it is easy to be invaded by various diseases. Yes, the child has small blisters on his hands. What is going on? How should we treat it most effectively?

1. Caused by sweat herpes

Some children may develop dyshidrotic eczema due to excessive sweating of their hands and feet. This is mainly a type of skin eczema, which is often manifested by the growth of small blisters on the hands and feet at the same time. The blisters are millet to rice grain size, accompanied by varying degrees of burning and itching. Do not pick at blisters or tear the skin. Local treatment is mainly astringent and antipruritic, such as calamine lotion, prickly heat powder, etc. Specific medication should be used under the guidance of a doctor.

2 Caused by eczema

If blisters develop on a child's hands and the itching is unbearable, it is likely eczema. Eczema is a common inflammatory skin disease, named after the tendency of the rash lesions to exude moisture. Medication should be taken under the guidance of a doctor and the primary disease should be actively treated.

3. Fungal infection

If a child's hands are infected with fungi, blisters are likely to appear. Common symptoms include small blisters, unbearable itching, erythema, peeling, etc., which recur repeatedly. It may also be contagious and can be transmitted to others through towels, handkerchiefs, etc. See a doctor promptly for diagnosis and use antifungal drugs under the guidance of a doctor.

4 Excessive dampness and heat in the body

Excessive dampness and heat in a child's body can also cause small blisters and slight itching on the hands. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that when dampness and heat rise in the body, it will manifest itself in the body. Generally, these small blisters are translucent or opaque and usually cause slight itching. You can eat more vegetables and fruits that have the effect of strengthening the spleen and removing dampness, such as yam, sweet potato, winter melon, watermelon, red bean, pumpkin, etc.

5. Things to note

1. When children get blisters, remember not to scratch them with your hands. The more you scratch, the more itchy it becomes, and the blisters will heal more slowly. Don't prick the wound with a needle to avoid reinfection.

2. You can soak it in vinegar frequently. Local treatment is mainly to astringe and stop itching. If the itching is severe, you need to go to the hospital for a check-up.

3. Be careful to reduce contact with soap, alkali, laundry detergent, alcohol and other substances.

4. Avoid spicy, greasy and other irritating foods in daily life. The symptoms can be relieved by eating more blood-cooling and detoxifying foods. Generally speaking, bitter melon, mung beans, watermelon, cucumber, etc. can help treat blistering symptoms.

5. Soak ginger in white wine and apply it to the affected area. After cutting the ginger into slices, soak it in an appropriate amount of white wine. After soaking for 24 hours, apply the soaking liquid to the affected area about 2 times a day. This method is very effective in treating blisters and itching.