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4 month old infant with eczema on back of neck and bleeding due to scratching. how would you treat this?

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Beginning eczema: Eczema on any part of the body at a young age puts the infant at risk for local skin problems, eye problems and systemic immune problems. You need to see a pediatrician for this who can prescribe the proper medications. A four month infant scratching to the bleeding point should not be neglected long for this problem, .

Answered 7/20/2012

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Dr. Jay Park answered

Depends: Atopic dermatitis, commonly known as eczema, in young infants often involve forehead, facial cheeks, scalp, and torso. Eczema-like skin condition, i.e., contact dermatitis is also a possibility. I would rather have your infant evaluated by his/her pediatrician.

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Dr. Kevin Windisch answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

See your doc: There are multiple medications that can be used. First you have to rule out secondary bacterial infection. See your physician.

Answered 8/6/2012

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