BABIES'
AND CHILDREN'S ECZEMA

Since atopic eczema tends to affect babies and small children - often causing a great deal of distress - it’s important parents understand the simple steps that can help lead to happier days and more restful nights for all the family.

YOUR QUESTIONS
OUR ANSWERS

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Est-ce que l'eczéma démange?

Oui ! Les démangeaisons, ou prurit, sont les principales caractéristiques de l'eczéma. Défectueuse, la barrière cutanée laisse les allergènes et agents irritants pénétrer en profondeur, ce qui engendre des inflammations et la libération de l'histamine, molécule responsable des démangeaisons. Les démangeaisons et sécheresses de l'eczéma peuvent être soignées en utilisant des substituts de savon et en appliquant deux fois par jour un produit émollient capable de rééquilibrer les bactéries bonnes pour la peau.

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À quoi ressemble l'eczéma?

Chez les bébés, l'eczéma provoque l'apparition de plaques rouges, rugueuses et squameuses, en particulier au niveau des joues et du menton. Chez les enfants plus âgés et les adultes, les plaques d'eczéma sont davantage localisées sur le cou et dans les plis de peau au niveau des coudes, des poignets et derrière les genoux. Les plaques d'eczéma peuvent présenter des marques de grattage et saigner. Des cloques peuvent également se former et suinter. Au fil du temps, la peau peut s'épaissir et prendre un aspect parcheminé.


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L'eczéma est-il contagieux?

Non ! L'eczéma est une affection atopique (allergique) qui se transmet de génération en génération et touche principalement les bébés et les enfants. Tout le monde ne peut pas « attraper » de l'eczéma.

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ECZEMA

In the dedicated article below, we’ll talk you through a complete routine to care for newborn atopic eczema-prone skin with ultra-gentle, moisturising and soothing product recommendations. For good measure, you’ll also learn how to deal with nappy rash and irritated baby skin in general.

You’ll also find articles designed to empower your atopic eczema-prone child with top hacks to feel more in control. We’ve compiled expert tips and top product recommendations too, from how to stop itching from becoming a distraction at school, to which preventative measures to take during sports activities or hot weather to keep your child’s atopic eczema-prone skin in its comfort zone.

HOW TO
RECOGNIZE ECZEMA

Does your baby have eczema? Learn to identify the first signs of eczema on your baby's skin.
When Tamara started showing the first signs of eczema we didn't really diagnose what it was correctly, it took us almost one year to fully recognize that this is eczema. I feel a bit bad because I feel if I'd recognize it earlier I might have treated it better. What would you say are the first signs of recognizing that your baby has eczema? Eczema usually presents in babies as dry, red scaly patches of skin. It can affect any area of the body, often on the face and can involve the skin creases of the elbows and knee. It can vary in severity from mild dry patches to a more widespread eczema. Eczema itself is itchy and this causes scratching and discomfort and often babies have disturbed sleep at night so it becomes evident with time and the signs are usually very recognizable.

LE SAVIEZ
VOUS ?

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1 in 5 children have eczema. In 80% of cases, the condition resolves by itself before adulthood.

Source: CHU Nantes, unité de cancérologie dermatologie spécialisation dermatite atopique, avril 2015  

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The information displayed here is intended for general educational purposes only and should not in any case be a substitute for professional medical advice. You should always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with any medical question.