Eczema Treatment Care

Question by aiccata: Switching to formula for a little while, not sure if infant is having a reaction? Any advice?
I have been breastfeeding my 11 month old since birth. Recently, I’ve had to go on 2 medications, a very potent steroid for eczema and a blood thinner for a clotting prob. I am not comfortable giving my infant my breastmilk while on the medications. I hope to be off of them in about 4 weeks and then start up breastfeeding again. I have frozen over 2 gallons of medication free breastmilk, but he refusing the breastmilk now. I tasted the milk and it tastes terrible, like metal, and a laleche consultant said that I have too much lactic acid in my milk and freezing the breastmilk makes the lactic acid taste come out more. He will take a bottle with formula so we know it’s not a nipple or a bottle issue. So here’s the question about formula, he started on formula 2 days ago and today he has had 2 bowel movements with softer stools (not watery though). And, he has never had diaper rash but is getting a slight rash now. Do you think he is sensitive to the formula? Should I switch him to another brand/soy based or should I wait and give it some more time for adjustment? I spoke to our pediatrician before the switch and he gave me samples of similac advance so that’s what I’ve been giving him. The doc said that I should not give him cow’s milk yet until at least a year. My son is on the smaller side, he’s in the 25th percentile for weight and 15th percentile for height. Also, he does have eczema, like me and his big bro, but it’s under control right now. He has had some awful breakouts in the past but I switched soaps and that did the trick. But, when I was a baby I was allergic to dairy and soy so it runs in the family. Btw, he is eating solids and has had no negative reactions. As far as dairy goes, he’s already had cubed cheeses and yo baby yogurt with no issues. Thanks for any advice. I will calling the doc tomorrow but wanted to see if anyone had some thoughts. Please no judgement!!! I asked about formula a little while ago and some were critical towards me giving my son formula. I didn’t realize what a sensitive topic this was, and I guess I should of been more detailed with my first question. But, I was told that formula has no nutritional value and that doesn’t make any sense? Most mom’s do what’s best for their baby given their situation so let’s all play nice please
When he had his bm’s I was holding him so I changed him immediately. And I used diaper cream on him as well.

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Answer by steve
yes i agree–you do what you have to do.

ok so i think you have to be careful about the formula. my baby is also sensitive and i give her breast milk as well as similac advance HA. HA (hypoallergenic)is the key here. as you know, formula is not perfect so it will take some getting used to. i think you should give this formula a try for a bit longer. he needs to adjust to it. and then hopefully you can start breast milk again if and when you stop the meds.

also, my baby also had eczema and we use physiogel. im in south africa, so im not sure if its called physiogel in the US but im sure its sold there and it happens to work really well. maybe you could ask a pharmacist about it.

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Question by Brit x: How can I spice up my 5 year old little sister’s diet when she has severe food allergies?
Hello, my little sister has severe eczema, severe food allergies, & asthma.

Her diet is very bland, but she is allowed to have fruits, (except for citrus.) chicken, & rice.

I’m looking for some nice food recipes to make her diet a little better for her. She has such a hard time, seeing everyone else eat & not wanting the kind of foods she can have.

Are there any recipes you know of that would help her to better love the foods she can have?

Thanks!

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Answer by kari t
You can try ordering this book called Fed Up. I’m also on FailsafeUsa. It’s a yahoo group. They’ve got food allergy recipies.

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I only have eczema on the back of my arms mostly and my acne isn’t terrible.

Question by ΨΘΨ: Im looking to get 2 Parakeets but my little brother has eczema?
I REALLY REALLY REALLY have been looking forward to be getting two parakeets.
However, my little brother has exzema and im guessing this is a problem.
Would it be ok if I were to put the birds in my room and never let them out of my room?
Is there any chance that I could get the birds without my little brother having eczima rashes?
Someone please tell me whats what, because I have no idea.

Thank You.

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Answer by Sandy_c
Atopic eczema od atopic dermatitis is allergic in origin and your skin may be of same sensitive level as your brother. Some times allergic dermatitis or atopic eczema which is very common skin disorder is mistaken from other disease, to know about this please see http://dr-healthguide.blogspot.com/2008/12/atopic-eczema-disease-overview.html

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Question by …: My little sister has eczema is it safe for her to play around with our hamster?
or is it bad for her skin?
she washs her hand after playing with him and my mom always makes sure she wears an old shirt over while playing.

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Answer by Angel Eyez
I don’t think that the hamster will have a bad effect on her eczema. It is good that she washes her hands after playing with the hamster and she should keep deep conditioning creams on her skin.

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