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I am using an emollient cream with borax for my 4yrs old son with mild infantile eczema.is it harmful if used regularly?
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Borax: Sodium borate, sometimes called borax or boric acid, is added to many products. It can be a hormone disrupter. I recommend you use emollients with pure ingredients.
Answered 9/7/2014
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Suggestions: For the management of his eczema, identifying triggers which cause flare ups is important. Avoiding the triggers will help to manage his eczema. Using white dove soap, clear detergent, and moisturizers are important as well. In addition, his management may include topical hydrocortisone 1% lotion for flare ups.
Answered 5/12/2015
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