When a 2-year-old baby has fair and tender skin, it's the cutest time. It would be even better to add some baby fat. In people's minds, babies should be like this, but in fact, there are some babies in life who are not like this, with small spots on their faces that make parents worry. So, what's going on with the small dots on the cheeks of a 2-year-old baby? Let's analyze this issue below.
What's wrong with the small dots on the cheeks of a 2-year-old baby
These small red spots are called eczema. Infant eczema is usually referred to as tinea lactis. Eczema is the most common skin disease in children. A common skin disease that is more likely to occur in newborns. Generally concentrated on both sides of the face, forehead, between eyebrows, behind the ears, and under the jaw.
The root cause of eczema is the imperfection of the gastrointestinal system. Some children with allergic constitution may ingest allergens that can easily enter the bloodstream through the thinner intestinal wall. Due to the abundant subcutaneous capillaries, eczema immediately manifests on the skin.
Some babies' eczema is also related to eating their mother's milk, and it is recommended that mothers do not eat seafood or other foods recently. It should be emphasized that eczema can recur, and there may be some improvement in the initial stage of medication, but it will recur soon. It is not recommended to use medication for a long time, otherwise it will cause the skin to develop hormone dependence.
What factors affect eczema in 2-year-old babies
1. Familial inherited allergy constitution
Once a family member has a history of skin allergies such as eczema and allergic dermatitis, it is easy to pass on this constitution to the baby.
2. Internal diseases of the body
When a baby has parasites, tonsillitis, or endocrine disorders in their body, it can all cause eczema.
3. External reasons
Breastfeeding mothers who consume foods that can cause allergies in their babies, such as fish and shrimp, may develop eczema; When babies come into contact with allergens such as plant pollen, mold, mites, and small animal hair debris, they may also develop eczema; Climate change may also cause babies to develop eczema.
What's wrong with the small dots on the cheeks of a 2-year-old baby? From the above article, it is possible that these small spots in the baby are eczema, or they may be caused by parasites. Because of this, it is recommended that parents take their children to the dermatology department of the hospital to find out the cause and take targeted measures. It is not recommended for parents to blindly administer medication to their children, especially when using hormone drugs, they must be cautious.
