RASHES IN CHILDREN

OVERVIEW:-

• There are Several types of rashes that affect various parts of a baby’s body.
• These rashes are typically very treatable. Most rashes are harmless and disappear with in few days.
• Sometimes, infant rashes can indicate a more serious disease.

SYMPTOMS:-

• Pimples, Baby acne usually involves clusters of tiny red pimples .
• Irritated cheeks. Baby acne usually develops on the cheeks, nose, forehead and sometimes behind the ears and on the scalp.
• Baby acne can appear up to three to four months.

CAUSE:-

Baby’s skin is sensitive and prone to many sources of irritation or infection. Causes of rashes in babies include:

• Heat
• Allergies
• Friction
• Dampness
• Chemicals
• Fragrances
• Fabrics

Depending on the cause of the rash, rashes may appear on:

• Face
• Neck
• Trunk
• Arms
• Legs
• Hands
• Feet
• Diaper area
• Skin folds

TYPES OF RASHES:-  

Most common types of infant skin rashes include:-

• Diaper rash:-It is caused by wetness or the acidity of a baby’s urine and stool.
• Drool rash:- which happens when drool irritates the skin around the mouth or on the chest.
• Eczema:- It occur on the face, behind the knees, and on the arms.
• Heat rash:- usually found in areas covered by clothes, such as neck, chest, arms, armpit and legs and is caused by overheating
• hives
• impetigo
• infectious rashes, such as measles, chickenpox, scarlet fever, and roseola
• miliamolluscum contagiosum
• Thrush

PREVENTION:-

• Start off by using a gentle baby detergent (low on chemicals) for all  baby’s clothes. These harsh products may lead rashes on  baby’s skin.
• While bathing  baby, use a mild, hypoallergenic cleanser instead of regular soap. Also, use warm water and avoid hot water.
• Change  baby’s diapers frequently. Overexposure to moisture, urine and stool  may lead rashes!
• Limit the consumption of acidic and citrus fruits. During breastfeeding, reduce the intake of tomatoes, oranges, and other citrus foods.
• To prevent intense heat baby rashes on face and other body parts.

HOME REMEDIES FOR RASHES IN CHILDEREN:-

• ALOE-VERA:-Extracting the gel out of the leaves and applying it directly on the affected areas. It is one of the most effective remedy.
• Oatmeal Blend:-Oatmeal is very high on antioxidants, hence, makes for an amazing home remedy for baby rashes on face or body. It give good result in this condition.
• Neem:-Neem’s antifungal and anti-inflammatory properties and also veru useful in baby’s rashes, especially eczema.  Make a paste  of the neem leaves and apply  on the affected areas. 
• Banana peels:-An extraordinary skin rash remedy, the miraculous healing properties of banana peels . It is very helpful in skin rash.
• Cucumber:-Particularly effective on baby rashes on the face, cucumbers are also loaded with anti-inflammatory properties. It will help reduce the itchiness and irritation. 

AYURVEDIC TREATMENT FOR BABY’S RASH:- 

• Ayurvedic management for rashes include internal and external medicinal to mother as well as baby.
• As vitiated breast milk can irritated baby’s stomach and result in rash.
• Ayurveda gives some simple diet and lifestyle recommendation to help prevent the condition.

DIET RECOMMENDATIONS (AAHAR):-

• Introduce new foods one by one so that an allergy can be detected early
• A healthy balanced diet for the breastfeeding mother is recommended.
• Mother should avoid spicy foods and other foods that can give her baby a diaper rash because of sensitivity or allergies.

 LIFESTYLE CHANGES (VIHAR):-

• Keeping diaper area clean and dry.
• Certain products, such as zinc oxide and petroleum jelly, work well to protect the skin from moisture. 
• Increasing airflow by opening the diaper region. 
• Avoiding airtight plastic pants and diaper covers
• Until the rash clears up, giving the baby a bath daily.
• Warm water is to be used with mild, fragrance-free soap
• Cocoa butter, coconut oil or olive oil massage can help to reduce the pain.

AYURVEDIC HERBS USED IN BABY’S RASH:-

• HALDI
• ALOE-VERA
• KESAR
• CHANDAN
• MANJISHTHA
• NEEM