Q&A: skin conditions…?
Question by babydoll: skin conditions…?
what are some skin conditions that can leave little spots of pale skin…im like a dark almond color an have a pale cream colored spot on my thigh..an my leg.
an im an almond color now cuz i have a tan but usually im like the color of a baked pie crust.
Best answer:
Answer by luvursef
Don’t know but it runs in my family. I’m light and have an even lighter spot on my leg.
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Toddler Rashes
Toddler Rashes
Toddler rashes can be symptoms of many different ailments. It is hard to determine exactly what it may be unless a visit to the pediatrician is planned. By doing a little research you may be able to get a general idea of what potentially could be causing the rash.
Diaper rash, Fifth disease Scarlet fever, Roseola, Eczema and Hives are all childhood afflictions very frequent in newborns and toddlers. Unfortunately, diaper rash is common until a child is completely out of diapers. The skin may become red and itchy and your toddler may be irritable. It can be treated easily.
A symptom of fifth disease is a pink or red rash that may look like lace. It appears on the cheeks and/or arms. Fifth disease needs to be treated by a doctor. Scarlet fever often accompanies strep throat and a fever. The rash will likely feel rough and may or may not be felt by the toddler.
Roseola is a red rash that generally follows the breaking of a fever due to a viral infection. It is not serious. Eczema is a broad term used for skin rashes of different natures. It often occurs in toddlers with sensitive skin. Triggers may be identified by the parent or a pediatrician and treated. Hives may appear as a rash or welts on the skin. These are often caused by an allergic reaction. They can be serious and may require a visit to the doctor.
Heat rash is also known as prickly heat or summer rash. It is one of the most common toddler rashes. It is an eruption of little bumps on the skin that can show up when a child overheats. The bumps may appear red, especially on light skin. Heat rash is not painful but it can be very itchy and annoying. It also is a sign that your toddler is over heated.
Symptoms to watch for are a pimply rash on neck, chest, stomach, back, under arms, or near edges of diaper or clothing. Tiny blisters will also accompany this rash. If your toddler gets too warm or has too many layers of clothing on and develops a rash you can start by cooling your toddler off. Loosen or remove any clothing. Move the toddler into a cool room or a shady spot. Allow your child to air dry instead of rubbing him with a towel. Using ointments or creams on the rash is not recommended. These can make the toddler rash worse.
Prevent Heat Rash
How to Prevent Heat Rash?
Prevent Heat Rash
Hot, humid weather contributes greatly to miliaria or heat rash. It is more probable when you first move to the tropics from a different climate. Once your body becomes acclimated, which usually takes several months the heat rash problem typically disappears. Physical activity, intense exercise, hard work or any activity that causes you to perspire extensively can also lead to heat rash. You may develop heat rash if you consistently wear clothing that doesn’t allow perspiration to evaporate normally. Certain prescription medications have been linked to heat rash.
Heat Rash Cause By Bacteria
Some bacteria normally found on the skin, such as Staphylococcus epidermis, secrete a sticky substance that may block sweat ducts. Overheating in general will make you vulnerable to heat rash. Things like putting on too many clothes in winter and sleeping under an electric blanket can lead to heat rash. So can using heavy creams and ointments, which block the sweat ducts. Heat rash can also occur in people who are confined to a hospital bed for long periods.
When your core temperature rises, your autonomic nervous system stimulates the eccrine glands to secrete perspiration. The perspiration travels through ducts to the surface of your skin, where it cools your body as it evaporates. Heat rash develops when some of the eccrine sweat ducts become plugged. Instead of evaporating, perspiration remains trapped beneath the skin, causing inflammation and rash. To help protect yourself or your child and prevent heat rash try the following suggestions:
Suggestions To Protect yourself From Heat rash
· In summer, dress in soft, lightweight, cotton clothing. Avoid excessive bundling up in winter, children should wear the same amount of clothing that an adult would wear to stay comfortable.
· Avoid tight fitted clothes that can irritate skin.
· When it’s hot, stay in the shade or in an air-conditioned building or place a fan at a safe distance to gently circulate the air.
· Keep your sleeping area cool and well ventilated.
· Bathe in cool water with a nondrying soap that doesn’t contain fragrances or dyes. Many companies make gentle, natural products especially for infants and children.
· Avoid using powders, creams or ointments because they don’t prevent heat rash and can block pores.
· In hot weather, dress in loose, lightweight clothing that wicks moisture away from your skin.
· Spend as much time as possible in air-conditioned buildings.
· After bathing, let your skin air-dry, instead of toweling off.
· Use calamine lotion or cool compresses to calm itchy, irritated skin.
· Avoid using creams and ointments, which can block pores further.
-How to prevent Heat Rash.
