Child Eczema Challenges

Starting school is very challenging for the child with eczema. It has been estimated that one in every nine children will develop eczema. Many eventually outgrow it before they reach their teenage some, some carry it with them before their adulthood while others will have to cope with it, in one form of another, throughout their lives.

Stress in school can cause child eczema to flare up or worsen.You will need to continually reassure your child and to show support and encouragement. You should familiarize your child with the school environment before the first big day. If he is nervous about the appearance of his child eczema, reassure him that it is not contagious and show positiveness about being able to overcome the condition.

Before he goes off to school, be sure to spend time moisturizing him. Also give him baths that do not last for more than 10 minutes. Give him plenty of supplements, if he refuses to consume vegetables or fruits.

More information on Eczema Skin Symptoms can be found here.