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LizDuran posted:
My granddaughter who is 10months old, has had dry patches of skin since birth. On her rt arm where it creases she has this red irritation and it looks like it itches like crazy. When we are holding her sometimes she will rub her arm on our shoulder to scratch it. I have started using A & D ointment on it. doesn't seem to be going away, but the itches seems to stop. We can not use lotions on her as this is what made it worse and it has been months since we have put any on. Any suggestions?
2 Replies |Watch This Discussion | Report This| Share this:Skin problemsMy granddaughter who is 10months old, has had dry patches of skin since birth. On her rt arm where it creases she has this red irritation and it looks like it itches like crazy. When we are holding her sometimes she will rub her arm on our shoulder to scratch it. I have started using A & D ointment on it. doesn't seem to be going away, but the itches seems to stop. We can not use lotions on her as this is what made it worse and it has been months since we have put any on. Any suggestions?
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susiemargaret responded:
hello, liz --

i hope that ms. block will weigh in here, but in case she feels this inquiry is not in her field of expertise, you might want to re-post your Q in the skin problems/treatments community, http://exchanges.webmd.com/skin-problems-and-treatments-exchange , where there is also an expert on-board.

-- susie margaret
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Report This| Share this:Skin problemshello, liz --<br /> <br />i hope that ms. block will weigh in here, but in case she feels this inquiry is not in her field of expertise, you might want to re-post your Q in the skin problems/treatments community, <a href="http://exchanges.webmd.com/skin-problems-and-treatments-exchange">http://exchanges.webmd.com/skin-problems-and-treatments-exchange</a> , where there is also an expert on-board.<br /> <br />-- susie margaret
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Julie Block responded:
Hello LizDuran,

I'm sorry to hear about your granddaughter. There is actually a lot you can do to help manage the eczema if indeed that is what her pediatrician has diagnosed.

A&D ointment has fragrance, I believe, which may be an irritant. Watch the Starting from Scratch: Easing Eczema & Soothing Sensitive Skin video for good bathing and moisturizing information. More information can be found on our website .

Keeping the little ones finger nails clipped and smooth is important as there is little to be done about the need to scratch the itch. Many find covering the hands with socks or cotton gloves helpful. Cool wraps on the areas also help to sooth the itch.

I could go on and on with tips and suggestions. Keep in touch with the National Eczema Association.

All the best,
Julie
Report This| Share this:Skin problemsHello LizDuran,<br /> <br />I'm sorry to hear about your granddaughter. There is actually a lot you can do to help manage the eczema if indeed that is what her pediatrician has diagnosed. <br /> <br />A&amp;D ointment has fragrance, I believe, which may be an irritant. Watch the <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.nationaleczema.org/starting_from_scratch/">Starting from Scratch: Easing Eczema &amp; Soothing Sensitive Skin</a> video for good bathing and moisturizing information. More information can be found on our <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.nationaleczema.org/living/bathing_and_moisturizing.htm">website</a> . <br /> <br />Keeping the little ones finger nails clipped and smooth is important as there is little to be done about the need to scratch the itch. Many find covering the hands with socks or cotton gloves helpful. Cool wraps on the areas also help to sooth the itch.<br /> <br />I could go on and on with tips and suggestions. Keep in touch with the National Eczema Association.<br /> <br />All the best,<br />Julie
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