Childhood eczema: How to spot related health concerns
Eczema increases the risk of developing other health conditions. Asthma and hay fever are common.
In this section, you’ll find dermatologists’ insight (based on the latest research) that can help you:
Reduce the risk of your child developing some related health conditions.
Recognize and care for related health conditions.
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Itchy eczema can cause sleep loss. Find out what dermatologists recommend if your child can’t sleep.
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The constant itch often affects a child’s mood. Here are research-proven ways to ease the discomfort.
![A skin infection can look a lot like eczema. Baby with eczema](http://images.ctfassets.net/1ny4yoiyrqia/2JVHu8TPG1nWaTcsn6FB0S/972593a4c804ffce7ab0353f1609896f/eczema-vs-infection.jpg?w=450&h=300)
Eczema and a skin infection can look alike, but need different treatment. Use this insight to tell them apart.
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Yes, eczema increases the risk of developing these health conditions. Here’s what dermatologists recommend if your child may have one or more of these conditions.
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You’ll find insight gleaned from the latest research to help you recognize and care for these related health conditions.
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Parents often ask board-certified pediatric dermatologist, Amy Paller, MD, FAAD, this question. Here’s what she tells them.
![A child pointing at a cold sore on his face](http://images.ctfassets.net/1ny4yoiyrqia/3YVT3reTpZy8clYgcjlOOQ/052243637c6816695b8fb62944b47052/cold-sore.jpg?w=450&h=300)
When someone has a cold sore, you can reduce your child’s risk of developing a serious infection by following these 3 dermatologists’ tips.
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Few people receive the smallpox vaccine. If you or someone close to your child does, it’s essential to follow these precautions.