A rash on the elbows of a child is a symptom that can indicate a huge number of diseases. The lion's share is formed by allergic reactions, which occur quite often in childhood, because the baby's skin is delicate and tender, and easily irritated by external and internal factors.
Rashes on the elbows - causes
As we noted above, most often the cause of rashes on the elbows are allergic reactions. But, do not ignore infectious diseases that have a similar manifestation. For example, the first signs of chickenpox and rubella can be a rash on the elbows of a child.
A differential diagnosis between an allergy and an infectious disease should be carried out by a qualified specialist. Most often, with infectious diseases, passivity, capriciousness and drowsiness of the child are noted. His appetite disappears and within 1-2 days there is a temperature, and his body is completely "sprinkled".
In the case of finding a one-sided irritation on the elbow in a child - you can assume an insect bite. Be careful, inspect the lesion site, there is no sting or mite head.
Allergic eruptions on the elbows of a child
If you have eliminated infectious diseases and insect bites, you need to understand the cause of the appearance of pimples on the elbows of a child. Contact dermatitis is the most common cause of irritation and pimples on the body, including those on the elbows. It occurs when the child's first contacts with environmental factors, such as hygiene products - soap, powders (in which the child's clothes are worn off), wool.
Sometimes, food allergies also appear as a rash on the elbows. If your baby has eruptions on the elbows - remember if you had any errors in nutrition. Did not you use allergenic products, such as honey, citrus, nuts? After all, allergens that are present in the mother's body are transmitted to the baby with her milk. Therefore, if you see that your baby
Treatment of rashes on elbows in a child
The most important stage in the treatment of allergic rashes on the elbows in a child is the elimination of the allergen. In the case of other diseases, especially infectious diseases - the child needs to provide bed rest, plenty of drink and, if necessary, means that lower the temperature. If you can not cope with rashes on your child's elbows - consult a specialist.
Do not be ill!