The most common allergic reaction in children is urticaria. Most often, this disease bothers children under one year old, affecting primarily the skin. Hives occurs in every fourth baby, when adults and adolescents suffer from this allergic reaction much less often.
Instructions
Step 1
The main symptom of urticaria is a rash in the form of blisters of light pink or deep red color of various shapes and sizes. The rash with urticaria lasts no more than a few hours, after which it disappears without a trace and appears in a completely different area of the skin. Most often, blisters are localized in the folds of the child's skin, on the lips and in those places where the skin is most often in contact with clothing. The rash is very itchy, which gives the baby unpleasant sensations, and he tries to comb it.
Step 2
A rash with urticaria occurs when an allergen enters the body, which contributes to the production of a large amount of histamine by the body and thereby leads to a thinning of the walls of blood vessels and their better permeability. This is what causes water-filled puffiness and blisters.
Step 3
Allergens that are irritants that cause hives in children include food, drugs, airborne contaminants, natural factors, and poison from insect bites.
Step 4
If urticaria occurs, it is necessary to stop contact with the allergen, trim the child's nails to avoid scratching, try to monitor the child so that he does not scratch the blisters.
Step 5
To reduce itching, you can apply sunburn cream to your baby's skin. it can significantly reduce itching. You can also apply cool compresses to problem areas by mixing 1 tbsp. vinegar and a glass of cool boiled water. Dress your baby in natural fabrics to reduce skin irritation.
Step 6
For the treatment of urticaria, the first step is to consult with your pediatrician. Your doctor will likely prescribe antihistamines to relieve itching and swelling. A mild sorbent will also be prescribed to cleanse the intestines from toxins and remove the allergen, for example, Enterosgel, Smecta, Polysorb. Prescribed drugs must be given in strict accordance with the prescription.
Step 7
Proper nutrition also plays an important role in the treatment of urticaria. If the baby is breastfed, then the nursing mother is obliged to exclude all allergens from her diet. These are honey, nuts, seafood, citrus fruits, chocolate, eggs. Also, an allergic reaction can be provoked by various types of food additives. It is necessary to adhere to the dietary menu for 2-4 weeks.
Step 8
Recommended foods for a child during hives include kefir, sugar-free cottage cheese, steamed vegetables, and non-allergenic fruits. It is necessary to add new products in small quantities and gradually.
