No matter how sad it may be, but today there are many childhood diseases that require immediate treatment. Urticaria in children is a very common disease that almost every parent faces. Most often, it occurs in an acute form and is accompanied by pronounced symptoms, especially in newborns. Sometimes urticaria in children (you can find photos and treatment of the disease in this article) goes away on its own, but in some cases, drug therapy is required.
The very first clinical manifestation is a red rash, which is somewhat reminiscent of burns. As the disease progresses, babies begin to itch severely. If you do not take any measures, then, as a rule, angioedema develops. In this case, self-medication is not recommended, because, firstly, it is very difficult to defeat the disease, and secondly, there is a high probability of developing dangerous complications. Therefore, the only correct way out is to show the child to a qualified pediatrician. But if urticaria has not yet acquired a severe form, then it can be cured without any problems with the help of traditional medicine.
Main reasons
Let's take a closer look at them. Urticaria (symptoms in children and photos you can find in this article) can develop for many reasons.
Among the most common are the following:
- various infections;
- failure of the immune system;
- individual intolerance to any food;
- dermatitis;
- diabetes mellitus;
- various forms of hepatitis;
- herpes;
- problems with the digestive system;
- leukemia.
Depending on what exactly caused the development of urticaria, the clinical manifestations, as well as the method of treatment, may differ. Therefore, it is better not to try to cope with the disease on your own, but to entrust it to specialized specialists.
First Aid
What should I pay attention to first of all? If you do not know what urticaria looks like in children, the photo will help you recognize it. It is simply impossible to confuse the disease with the rash that accompanies food allergies. When the first clinical manifestations are detected, treatment should be started immediately, since urticaria is a dangerous pathology that can lead to serious complications. In its advanced form, it is difficult to treat, and the child may also have characteristicscars and blemishes on the skin for life.
If urticaria in children, the treatment of which at home will be described in detail below, is accompanied by fever, this may indicate the presence of concomitant diseases. At the same time, among the most common symptoms there is pain and sore throat, nausea and vomiting. If there is no improvement in the baby's condition for a long time, then he needs urgent professional medical help.
If you suspect urticaria, the following steps should be taken immediately:
- Protect the baby from contact with pets, household chemicals and other antigens that can cause allergies and complicate the course of the disease.
- If a child has a digestive disorder along the way due to an allergy to any food, then give him an enema to clear the intestines and ensure plenty of fluids.
- In case of severe skin itching, lotions with a special solution should be applied. To prepare it, you need to mix one dessert spoon of vinegar and 1 tablespoon of warm water.
- Change your baby into clothes made from natural fabrics.
- Urticaria in children under one year old (the symptoms are exactly the same as in older children) is often accompanied by small blisters that they tear apart. To avoid this, babies should wear gloves.
It is worth noting that giving your child antihistaminesdrugs without prior consultation with the doctor is not recommended. It is best to first take the baby to an appointment with a specialized specialist who will select the appropriate remedy.
Drug therapy
So what is she like? If urticaria is diagnosed in children under one year old, treatment is carried out with the use of antihistamines that have a complex effect. It is very important here not only to reduce the severity of symptoms, but also to relieve swelling, relieve the patient from itching and stop the inflammatory process. Most often, special ointments and creams are prescribed that treat the skin.
In case of recurrence, the following remedies can be used:
- "Atarax";
- "Benadryl";
- "Hydroxyzine";
- "Diphenhydramine".
Each of the listed drugs blocks certain receptors, due to which the clinical manifestations of allergies are removed and the baby's condition improves. In this case, the dosage and duration of therapy depend on the age category, as well as the stage of urticaria in children.
Effective and relatively inexpensive antihistamines are drugs such as:
- "Allegra";
- "Claricens";
- "Tavegil";
- "Suprastin";
- "Levocetirizine".
For urticaria in children, home treatment using the above drugs should givea positive result already a week after the start of their intake. If the disease does not disappear, then in this case, antihistamines are replaced by corticosteroids. The best among them are Claritin and Zyrtec.
Ointments and creams
If you know what urticaria looks like in children, you will be able to identify it in time and start treatment in a timely manner. If you have not shown the baby to the doctor, then it is not recommended to give him medications on his own. In this case, it is best to use non-hormonal ointments and creams.
The most effective among them for urticaria are the following:
- "Fenistil" - a gel that blocks receptors and quickly relieves skin itching.
- "La Cree" - a cream that perfectly soothes the epidermis and relieves puffiness. It is made from natural ingredients, so it can be used to treat even newborns.
- "Drapolen-cream" - is prescribed, as a rule, for urticaria, which occurs in a mild form and does not have pronounced symptoms.
- "Bepanthen" - accelerates the recovery of the skin after receiving wounds.
Besides this, "Gistan" is considered a good cream. It perfectly relieves symptoms, and also moisturizes and softens the skin.
Corticosteroid drugs
Hives in children can be treated at home with hormonal medications.
The following are widely used in pediatrics:
- "Advantan" is goodrelieves the symptoms of urticaria, excellently relieves pain and itching, and also moisturizes the skin well, making it softer and silkier.
- "Soderm" - stops the inflammatory process and reduces the intensity of the clinical manifestations of urticaria.
It is worth noting that the treatment of this disease using hormonal drugs is prescribed in very rare cases, since they can cause a huge number of side effects, so you should never use them without consulting a therapist.
Folk recipes
Urticaria in children (photos, symptoms and treatment are discussed in detail in this article) can be quickly defeated with the help of folk methods used by our ancestors for many centuries. However, they can be both external and internal. Let's take a closer look at each of them and consider the most effective.
One of the best topical treatments for urticaria is hydrogen peroxide. It helps to cope with many problems well, so almost every person has it at home. The peroxide is diluted with ordinary clean water in a ratio of 1 to 1, after which the affected areas of the skin are treated with a solution 4-5 times a day. After just a short period of time, the discomfort will disappear in the baby, and the symptoms of an allergic reaction will also significantly decrease. However, you must understand that this remedy cannot remove the allergen from the body, therefore, without taking medicationdrugs are indispensable.
In addition, with urticaria (in the photo, the symptoms in children are almost the same), the following folk recipes will help to cope well:
- cool lotions and baths that constrict blood vessels and slow down the spread of the allergen throughout the body;
- applying a paste of soda diluted with water to the affected areas of the child's skin (for this you need to add a little water to 2 tablespoons of soda to make a slurry);
- treatment of skin areas with a solution of vinegar diluted with warm water in the following proportion: for one dessert spoon of vinegar, one tablespoon of warm water.
To increase the effectiveness of therapy, external treatment can be combined with taking fish oil. It is rich in various acids that help relieve inflammation. In addition, eggshells are good for urticaria. Hard-boiled eggs are then peeled, the inner film is removed from the shell and ground into powder. Then a small amount of it is diluted in 3-6 drops of juice and given half a teaspoon in the morning or evening for a month. After that, take a break, if necessary, repeat the course of treatment. You can also infuse water on the eggshell and treat the baby's skin with it. For 3000 ml of boiling water, the shell is taken from 20 eggs, it is necessary to insist throughout the day.
Phytotherapy
Let's take a closer look at this. If urticaria has been found in children, home treatment can be carried out with the help of various medicinal herbs. They areare used for both internal reception and external therapy. In alternative medicine, there are a huge number of herbal recipes that can make the symptoms of urticaria less pronounced and quickly defeat this ailment.
With nettle fever, aloe juice used to treat the skin is very effective. It eliminates itching, burning and pain, and also increases the protective functions of the skin. In addition, it can be added a few drops to any drink. In this case, the juice will help to stop and remove the allergen from the body, as well as increase the efficiency of the immune system.
Another magical remedy is green tea. A bag of green tea is taken for one cup and 200 ml of boiling water is poured. Who would have thought that this drink not only has a unique taste and aroma, but also allows you to cure some skin diseases. And all thanks to its excellent antihistamine properties. Many varieties of green tea contain flavonoids that prevent oxidative and toxic processes in soft tissues. In addition, this product is also valuable because it increases the protective functions of the body.
Urticaria in children (a photo of this disease can cause shock in many adults) can be defeated with the help of ginger root. This plant has an anti-inflammatory and antihistamine effect, helps to normalize the blood circulation of the skin, cleanses the body of toxic substances and relieves swelling. One ginger root is cut into pieces, put in a liter jar and poured into it untiltop with boiling water. After that insist for 2-3 hours. When the product is ready, add honey to taste and give it to the baby before bedtime.
Another good remedy for many dermatological diseases is nettle decoction. This plant blocks allergens and promotes their removal from the body. In addition, it has an anti-inflammatory and firming effect, and also stimulates regeneration processes. To prepare the infusion, pour two tablespoons of dried and crushed raw materials with one glass of boiling water. The drug is taken in the morning and evening inside 200 milliliters. You can also add a tablespoon of vinegar to it and use it for compresses.
Urticaria in children at home can be treated with burdock root. To do this, do the following:
- 150 grams of raw materials pour 1 liter of boiling water.
- Let it brew, then strain.
- Give the child to drink twice a day for 50 ml.
Infusion improves metabolic processes, has a diuretic effect, helps cleanse the body of toxins and relieves swelling.
A few words about nutrition
Since hives in children (photos, symptoms and treatment were presented in this article) are often accompanied by allergies, it is important to pay great attention to the baby's daily diet. At the same time, you must understand that a diet is not a panacea for all ills, it is not a therapy, as such, but with its help you can significantly alleviate the course of the disease.
When adjusting the diet, it is very important to make sure that it contains as many foods rich in vitamins as possible, especially B, C and E, as they contribute to the following:
- help the body cope with stress;
- stimulate the production of the hormone of happiness;
- suppress allergen activity;
- minimize the likelihood of recurrence of the disease.
One of the most important is vitamin B5. It is found in foods such as walnuts, mushrooms, legumes, pasta and bread. Vitamin C is no less important. Citrus fruits are a good source of it. If for some reason it is impossible to give them to a child, then ascorbic acid comes to the rescue. It is also recommended to introduce avocados, papaya, blackberries and cherries into the baby’s daily diet. They contain a special substance that stimulates the production of white blood cells, which are responsible for fighting viruses and bacteria.
Vitamin E strengthens the immune system, so if hives appear in children, home treatment must necessarily be combined with proper nutrition. The best sources of tocopherol are olive oil, cabbage, seaweed, eggs and spinach.
In addition to vitamins, a special substance called bromelain contributes to the effectiveness of the treatment of urticaria. Especially a lot of it in pineapples. It is excellent at reducing inflammation, relieving symptoms and speeding up the healing process.
Among useful products, the following can also be distinguished:
- Parsley. It canboth eaten raw and added to food.
- Anchovies. Rich in selenium and Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids.
- Flax seeds. They contain many nutrients in their composition, so they are perfect as a breakfast if hives appear in children. Photos of the disease look just awful.
- Sweet potato. It has a hypoallergenic effect, it can be given even to infants with food allergies.
When making adjustments to the diet of a child with urticaria, all foods that could cause the development of the disease should be completely excluded from it.
Recommendations from pediatricians
Most modern doctors argue that if urticaria has come up in children, home treatment rarely brings positive results. This is due to the fact that therapy should be complex, and it is impossible to carry it out without qualified medical care. As practice shows, folk methods are aimed only at relieving general symptoms, while they do not fight the very cause of the disease. Therefore, when the first clinical manifestations of urticaria occur, you should immediately go to the hospital for examination and treatment.
Conclusion
Urtic rash is a dangerous disease that can lead to various serious complications, so it requires immediate treatment. In the early stages, it lends itself well to therapy, but if the parents did not show their child to the doctor on time, then the disease will continue to develop anddealing with it will be much more difficult. Therefore, do not risk the he alth of your own baby, do not self-medicate, and with any problems immediately contact a qualified doctor.
