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Eczema 5 months old
My 5 month old son have eczema since birth. Would you recommend homeopathy treatment or allopathy treatment? Right now we are using topical steroids which doing well but as soon as we take a break the rebound effects are very strong. I can't keep going with the steroids forever and need to know will my 5 month old will ever get better? My husband have some type of eczema on his hand since the COVID. Will do the allergy test on him to see what changed but he never had eczema before the COVID. My baby is only 5 months and want to know should I keep maintaining with the steroids and wait until he grow out of it? So should I seek for homeopathy medicine for permanent cure if there is one.
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Don't worry.. child suffering from atopic eczema dermatitis causing this problem. Specific medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for detailed prescription by sending photos.
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Need to share photos for better assessment and treatment
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Eczema in infants can be challenging to manage, especially when there's a family history of similar conditions. While topical steroids can help with immediate symptoms, they are not a long-term solution due to potential side effects.
To address your concerns:
- Itâs not uncommon for eczema to improve as the child grows, but this varies.
- Maintaining hydration with emollients and avoiding known triggers is essential.
- Allergy testing might provide insights into potential environmental or dietary factors.
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I'm happy to assist you further through an online consultation for tailored guidance.
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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required..
Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription & guidance.
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Dr. Sonia Tekchandani
Dermatologist
39 yrs exp
Mumbai
It might be atopic dermatitis, there are various medications available for the same ..please send the pictures and also we need to take a detail case history and then prescribe medications accordingly. Do consult online.
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Dr. Rashmi Nandwana
Dermatologist
18 yrs exp
Noida
This condition improves with the age .
Moisturize skin regularly..
Connect online for proper guidance and treatment.
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Dr. Supriya M Muthalgiri
Dermatology
5 yrs exp
Bangalore
Please take online consultation for detailed examination and treatment
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Dr. Vignesh Narayan R
Dermatologist
3 yrs exp
Bangalore
Hello , there are a number of newer and safer medications to at can be used to taper of the steroid use, you can consult a dermatologist to prescribe the best one according to the pattern and extent of eczema.
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Moisturise, moisturise and moisturise … don’t use woolen clothes as it may may the eczema worse, don’t use harsh soaps with fragrances, don’t scrub the skin. Loose cotton clothes are best
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Dr. Mudasir Khan
Cosmetologist
31 yrs exp
Delhi
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Steroid use is not good alternative treatment is best if you have trusted doctor
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Dr. Shaik Mohammed Obeidullah
Dermatologist
6 yrs exp
Bangalore
To diagnose ur skin condition proper history, clinical images are required. Please do consult online, so that i can diagnose it correctly and provide treatment appropriately.
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