Sensitive Skin: Infant
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Too Sensitive?
Asked by T.T. from Denver
on February 12, 2008
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My 18 month daughter screams and screams whenever I wash, comb or style her hair or try to clip her finger and toe nails. I try and be very gentle, but she thrashes ar...
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- I was told to start really early doing these things so that your child is just used to it... I didn't so I have much the same kind of problems as you. Some of it is a...
- I've found an excellent distracting tool: a used/unwanted CD or CD ROM. Hand it to her and she can see herself (her favorite subject), rainbows and other things, plu...
- My oldest son began doing this around 3 years old. I was getting highly frustrated which caused a not so good evening with him. So, I talked with my husband and had ...
Tantrums, Unexplained Weight Gain, Skin Issues, Constipation-what's Happening?
Asked by T.L. from Burlington
on September 14, 2009
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I have a 5 year old daughter. She had severe constipation from the day she was born. The screams were unbearable and eventually we took her to the ER and she was put...
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- I feel as though I'm in your skin! in many ways, we went through the same. please, please try going gluten-free - it might change your life. Our son has had GI issues ...
- Hi T., I understand how you may feel. My sister-in-law always struggled with very similiar situations growing up. She was always very sensitive to anything not going ...
- T., What you are describing in appearance and behavior really seems like an allergic reaction to something she is eating. I would have her tested. Has her dr tested...
Something to Withhold Infant from Scratching Other than a Sock....
Asked by H.L. from Reading
on May 21, 2008
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My little boy has eczema and has one patch of skin that he consistantly tries to scratch on his cheek. I do have it covered with gause and a strong tape so he doesn't...
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- That's a tough one. My thought would be that having the gauze and the tape would be annoying and he would want to scratch at that even more. Plus is there enough air ...
- they make pajamas w/ things on them to cover up the hands of babys.
- It sounds to me like whatever lotion you've been using may not be working, or working effectively enough. And I doubt the tape is good for the condition. The skin need...
Peanut Allergic Infant
Asked by D.M. from Sacramento
on December 29, 2009
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looking for info on peanut allergic infants.. my 7 month old son reacted badly to a cookie and DR says to treat as allergic until blood tests prove otherwise. Idk wha...
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- A lot of restauraunts (sp) are getting really sensitive to peanut allergies so I would just remember to always mention it and don't go to Logan's Steakhouse or Texas R...
- Please be assured that your son will still have a "full" and rewarding life even if he is allergic to peanuts. It will change how you look at food products and make s...
- Hi! I was just going to say the exact same thing that Beth said. Good luck!
Redness on Infant's Ankle (Flat Red Rash)
Asked by L.B. from Detroit
on May 21, 2007
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On Saturday morning, I noticed this bright red strip on my daughter's ankle. It looks like a flat red rash. I've been keeping a close eye on it; she has not had a feve...
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- My son had the same thing happen from a pair of socks that seemed a little tight. It was red and slightly dry, and it ended up leaving a scar. I think his skin was sen...
- Do you think it could be excema. My daughter gets it and we need to use a Rx on her to take care of it. I took her in with it because I didn't want an unknown rash t...
- I would just call the doctor. If she is under 1 then I dont think you can use Neosporan, you would have to call the doctor anyway to see if you could put that on her....
Acne and Preteen
Asked by S.F. from San Francisco
on April 23, 2008
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My 12 year old daughter has hit the age of acne. She has started to break out and I want to jump on it before it causes problems with her skin. She is good about he...
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- I developed hormonal acne after my children were born. I tried so many things. I even used a very strong prescription from my doctor. Nothing worked very well. I f...
- Try Paula's Choice online. They have good information and I like the products(when were good about using them.
- Mary Kay has a GREAT skincare line that's just right for teens called Velocity. There's a facial cleanser and moisturizer that should be used both in the morning and a...
Strange Red Splotches??
Asked by H.B. from Minneapolis
on September 21, 2007
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OK- I've googled this to death and cannot find any information on this...
Tonight I picked my son up from daycare (where he has been for the past 3 weeks on and off...
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- It could also be an allergic reaction to the change in the atmosphere. I would just call your pediatrician to see what they say. It's probably no big deal, but bette...
- My kids had the same thing. It was fifth disease - nothing to worry about. Google it and see if it fits. It's just a virus that has to run its course. A lot of the we...
- The same thing happened to my son at the same age. For him,it turned out to be the laundry detergent they were using at his new daycare. He otherwise didn't have sen...
Anyone Heard of a Viral Rash
Asked by K.R. from Tampa
on November 9, 2008
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My son who is 17 months old had a couple of episodes a year ago that his pediatrician termed a "viral rash". It was usually following a high fever and consisted of ti...
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- Morning, I believe what you are talkin about is the Roseola Virus. My son had it back last December when he was about 6 months the same weekend of Christmas.It freaked...
- This happens to my daughter when I use certain sunscreens on her. Believe it or not, it happens most with the sunscreens specially designed for kids. Just a thought ...
- After a fever, I would agree that it was a viral issue. Without the fever, you are probaly dealing with an allergy. It could be environmental or it might be food rel...
Chemical Burns from Public Pool?
Asked by T.S. from Chicago
on July 5, 2010
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My 8 yr old son went away to an indoor waterpark with family friends for the weekend and came home with a severe rash wherever his swim trunks touched. It appeared to ...
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- I have had this issue myself. Do call the facility to inform them about your sons reaction. they deserve to know. they may be able to explain if the chems were 'off' d...
- I think a chemical burn would be all over his body. My son gets a rash everytime he swims for any long period of time (whether it is at the Lake or at a pool) only wh...
- This doesn't sound like a chemical burn at all. Are you sure that your son isn't allergic to chlorene? I am allegeric to chlorene that why I am suggesting it. Good ...
Should I Be Messing with My Kids' Cuticles?
Asked by K.M. from Los Angeles
on September 3, 2010
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My husband and his sister have bad cuticles. They describe how their mother (my mother-in-law) was always very vigorously cleaning them, pushing them back, etc. Now my...
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- just wanted to chime in, while i don't fuss with my 6 yo cuticules, his get really super big/long/thick, to the point that they look unkempt and they also ... peel e...
- Do not mess with their cuticles. I'm a stylist and have learned all to well about this. Leave the cuticles alone until they become teens and want to start getting mani...
- Sorry that this might sound rude...but that is CRAZY! :-) I have NEVER heard of cuticle care for small children! I think you are probably right and that messing with...
