Irritated, itchy, atopic skin

Irritated, itchy skin is extremely dry and particularly sensitive to its environment. In the case of atopic dermatitis, an hereditary pathology, it usually appears during childhood, in the first weeks of life.
In addition to intense itching and irritation, visible signs of atopic skin include localised patches of inflammatory eczema that intensifies during flare-ups. Replenishing lipids to strengthen the skin barrier is essential when managing irritated, itchy to atopic skin.

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How to tackle atopic outbreaks. Psychological implications

In children aged 3 months to 2 years old, factors generating emotional distress can overwhelm parents, especially mothers. They can have fears regarding the way they should care for their little ones, the dietary plan they should follow and, more generally, the way to deal with the current situation.

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The role of allergies in atopic dermatitis

Atopic dermatitis is a non-contagious inflammatory skin disorder characterised by intense pruritus, excessive skin dryness, and eczematous eruptions with chronic, fluctuating, exacerbations and remissions that usually occur in childhood.

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Treating atopic dermatitis in children

Statistics show that 30% of children suffer from atopic dermatitis. This is a concerning rate, and my own children are among those affected. My doctor, whom I met with last week, told me that he examines at least 3 children a week who suffer from atopic dermatitis, which is a lot.

Dr Michèle Sayag, Allergologist.

An internet user’s question: I suffer from allergies (eczema, shingles). Will my daughter therefore be more prone to developing these skin problems?

Shingles is not an allergy but a viral infection. However, if you suffer from atopic allergic reactions, your daughter is more likely than average to suffer from atopic dermatitis.

Dr Michèle Sayag, Allergologist.
Dr Michèle Sayag, Allergologist.

An internet user’s question: How can atopic dermatisis be prevented and treated?

Prevention is used for “at-risk” children, namely children with at least one allergy-prone parent. In these cases, for example, we know that it is best to avoid contact with cats during the first few weeks. As regards to treatment, outbreaks of eczema should be treated as early as possible with topical anti-inflammatory steroids. Changes in the skin barrier should be treated every day with an emollient.

Dr Michèle Sayag, Allergologist.

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Normal, dry, irritated to atopic skin

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