When a newborn develops peeling skin on hands and feet, the cause of the condition should be clarified first, such as normal phenomenon, micronutrient deficiencies and Kawasaki Disease, and then appropriate treatment should be given.
1. Normal phenomenon: the growth and development of newborns is relatively rapid, the appearance of hands and feet peeling skin may be a normal metabolic phenomenon, do not need additional treatment, you can apply some safe ingredients of the body lotion moisturizing treatment.
2. Micronutrient deficiencies: when the newborn lacks vitamin C, vitamin E, there may be symptoms of peeling hands and feet, follow the doctor’s instructions to supplement the lack of vitamins can effectively improve the symptoms of peeling hands and feet.
3. Kawasaki disease: If the newborn is accompanied by fever, strawberry tongue, large lymph nodes in the neck, rash and other symptoms, may be caused by Kawasaki disease, after diagnosis, you need to follow the doctor’s instructions in a timely manner to use aspirin and gammaglobulin and other drugs for treatment.
When a newborn baby has peeling skin on hands and feet, it is recommended to go to the hospital for a clear diagnosis, and follow the doctor’s instructions to carry out targeted treatment, so as not to miss the opportunity for treatment. All of the above drugs should be used under the guidance of a doctor.