Diathesis in an infant is a fairly common phenomenon. It is not a separate disease, but only indicates a tendency to allergic reactions, which may be determined by hereditary factors.
Maternal nutrition is of great importance in the occurrence of diathesis. If it is abused during pregnancy with chocolate, citrus fruits or other products that are characterized by an increased sensitizing effect, the risk of allergic skin lesions, especially in the face area, increases in a newborn baby.
Diathesis in an infant may also occur on milk formulas or cow's milk in case of artificial feeding. This pathology is manifested by a rash in the form of red scales and seborrhea on the scalp. Diathesis on the face most often has a dry form. When the disease passes into a weeping form, bubbles appear on the skin. They burst, after which crusts form, the rash is quite itchy.
It is worth noting that diathesis in an infant without proper treatment can turn into more severe skin lesions, such as eczema, which is difficult to treat. In addition, children with diathesis are more likely to get viral infections.diseases and other infections.
To prevent the development of this pathology, it is important not only to control the quality of food consumed by the mother during lactation, but also the quality of the child's complementary foods. In addition, it is worth paying attention to cosmetics that are used to care for delicate baby skin. So, they must be of high quality and consist only of natural ingredients.
What to do if parents notice signs of diathesis in their baby?
The first thing to do is to see a doctor. Rashes on the skin can be the result of not only external, but also internal factors: metabolic and endocrine pathologies, disorders of the digestive organs, hereditary diseases that are characterized by frequent allergies and the immunity of certain foods. Self-medication without taking into account the etiology of the disease does not give the desired results, but only leads to the transition of skin lesions to more severe forms.
How to treat diathesis in children?
Once the diagnosis is clearly established, a mother who is breastfeeding should review her diet and completely eliminate allergenic foods. Pay attention to the child's underwear - it should not irritate the baby's skin.
The temperature regime of the room in which the baby with diathesis is constantly located is important. So, the air should be cool, because in a hot room the skin of patients begins to itch moreintensively.
It is worth noting that diathesis in an infant should be treated under the supervision of a doctor, who most often prescribes special ointments or talkers. Reduce itching of the skin baths with decoctions of herbs. You can use chamomile, mint, string and oak bark. Children with diathesis can also be bathed in a weak solution of calcium permanganate. If necessary, the doctor prescribes an enterosorbent to cleanse the body of allergens.
With timely treatment, signs of diathesis quickly disappear.
