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Is Itching Of Face And Head Sign Of Eczema In New Born?
My 3 month old daughter develops crusty ears and on the side of her head every day after waking from her sleep. She has a tendency of rubbing her head from side to side before settling - I still wrap her because she has tends to scratch her face even with mittens on. Her condition is made worst if she sleeps on a pillow. Is this eczema?
Wed, 19 Oct 2016
Hi! since the baby is constantly itchy and tends to scratch herself even with mittens on it is likely to b an allergic skin condition. also the development of crust is a sign of eczematous disease. some topical low dose steroid cream or oral antihistamines should help. also try to remove any known allergen like the pillow as you mentioned in your case.
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