What to do if your toddler has itchy skin

Itchy skin in infants and children is mostly related to dry skin. The skin of infants and young children should be careful to avoid excessive cleaning, and the temperature of the water for bathing is preferably similar to the body temperature, not too hot. If cleaning every day, it is best to use mild and non-irritating moisturizing creams externally in the morning and evening, it is best to choose the unscented ones that are less irritating to the skin, and it is best to use weakly acidic to neutral bathing products, or not to use bathing products. If accompanied by a rash, it is necessary to consult a doctor to clarify the diagnosis, do not give medication on their own. The skin of infants and young children is relatively thin and tender, the choice of topical drugs should be careful, do not use strong hormones, it is best to choose the topical drugs that do not contain hormones and have few side effects. Need to pay attention to adjust the diet, do not eat spicy stimulating food, if breastfeeding, the mother also need to avoid. You need to pay attention to the wet temperature of the appropriate indoor activities, avoid hot and cold intense stimulation, so as not to cause itching aggravation.