Eczema is one of the many symptoms that allergy can cause. It is often triggered in childhood and children are more and more likely to suffer from this condition. What is allergy eczema in children?
What is Eczema?
Eczema manifests as itchy, red inflammation that can develop pumps on the skin, which contain fluid that oozes out. The cause of this condition usually comes from allergies. Eczema can appear in many parts of the body. Children often develop these symptoms on their cheeks, forehead and scalp. It can also occur on the hands, on legs and on the arms. Mostly it occurs in bends of the knees or arms.
When does Allergy Eczema occur?
Babies often develop eczema between 2 and 6 months of age. The condition usually occurs before the age of five. If it has been triggered in childhood, it can carry on to adulthood manifesting periodically. The allergy that causes the eczema is often responsible for other symptoms as well. Some of these might be asthma symptoms or hay fever.
What Allergies can cause Eczema?
– Food allergies
– Hay fever
– Allergy to dust mites or animal dander
– Allergies to medications
– Allergy to mold
– Allergy to chemicals such as soap
Other factors than the allergy alone can contribute to the symptoms. Eczema has a tendency to get worse if it is scratched or it is rubbed excessively. It also can be aggravated from too much heat or sweat.
Allergy Testing
In order to find relief from allergic eczema in childhood it is important to regognice the allergen and avoid contact with it. If it proves difficult to find out what is causing the allergy, a doctor can do a blood test or skin test in order to find out for sure. This means that the child is exposed to a small dose of a suspected allergen by injection or through the skin. If an allergic reaction occurs, the child is allergic to that substance.
