The skin of newborn babies is very delicate, so red rashes are also a common phenomenon. Red rashes may cause itching and make newborn babies feel uncomfortable and cry. Parents also need to find a way to treat red rashes and restore the baby's skin to normal. So, what should I do if a newborn baby develops a red rash?
There are many reasons for infants to develop red rashes, and different causes require different treatment methods. There are roughly the following:
1. If there is a rash accompanied by fever, upper respiratory tract infection, and the rash is not painful or itchy, it may be caused by some viral and bacterial infections. Common examples include rubella, infantile rash, scarlet fever, measles, etc. The main treatment is to treat the primary disease, including fever reduction, antibacterial, antiviral, etc. The rash can be treated without special treatment.
2. If the rash appears in a warm and humid environment, there is a higher possibility of heat rash. Simply transfer to a cool and ventilated environment, and it will generally subside.
3. Red rashes caused by allergies, such as eczema and urticaria, usually have itchy rashes. Actively search for and remove allergens, and undergo medication treatment under the guidance of a doctor.
Suggest nursing according to the following points:
1. Keep the affected skin clean and dry, and never rub it against the affected area. If the baby sweats, it is necessary to wipe it off in a timely manner and change close fitting clothes frequently, otherwise it may cause more serious infections.
2. It is best to breastfeed, and breastfeeding mothers need to temporarily stop eating allergenic foods such as eggs. If fed with formula milk powder, it is best to choose hypoallergenic formula milk powder.
3. Avoid contact with allergens and prevent babies from coming into contact with allergens in the air, such as dust mites. Use less plush bedding and plush toys that are prone to breeding dust mites.
