"Atopic dermatitis is the most common skin disease in children. It is an inflammatory skin disease that affects approximately 20% of children, causing a significant deterioration in the quality of life of patients and their families.", says Dr. Laura Berbegal, Dermatologist of the Department of Health of Dénia.
This disease manifests with scaling, dryness and reddish lesions that produce itching. In babies usually appear in: face and extension surfaces, while in children appears on the inside of the elbows, behind the knees, feet, hands, torso and neck.
The professionals of the Department of Dermatology and Pediatrics of the Department of Health of Dénia (DSD) have organized a training session in Pediatric Atopic Dermatitis by the dermatologist, Dr. Berbegal and Dr. María Sánchez, DSD Pediatrician.
Recommendations
The facultativas have indicated some recommendations to attenuate this problem:
1 Daily skin hydration: It is essential to apply the cream at least once a day to restore the integrity of the skin barrier and reduce symptoms.
2 Hygiene: short showers, with warm water, preferably use hypoallergenic soaps. After the shower, do not rub the towel on wet skin, better dry "To touch".
3 Avoid excessive shelter: The heat, like very hot water, increases the dryness and irritation of the skin.
4 Use cotton clothes: Preferably white or light colors.
5 Avoid scratching: For this it will be useful to keep the nails short and clean.
6 Varied and balanced diet: Although children with atopic dermatitis may have more chances of developing food allergies, preventive food restrictions are not recommended. Only certain foods will be avoided when there is a clinical suggestive of food allergy.
7 Sun exposure It can improve the symptoms of dermatitis, although it should be carried out following the rules of photoprotection: avoid the central hours of the day and use a suitable sunscreen.
