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Any school nurses out there dealt with a student who has a severe case of eczema all over their face & body? My poor little kiddo has these awful looking sores that he cannot stop scratching (and their painful for him), to the point he bleeds. He's been hospitalized for staph infections related to the sores. He has a pair of gloves we keep on him so he doesn't scratch his skin with his fingernails. He has a topical lotion that we apply daily. He was on steroids last year and it cleared up but I understand why his doctor doesn't want him on them long-term.
Does anyone know of any research on this sort of thing? I wish there was more that could be done to help this boy out, but I am not finding much on treatment's beside the topical lotions?
I've always admired school nurses and have had great successes collaborating with them to increase vaccine compliance. My background is in peds and my old co-worker once shared the magical cure for their child's eczema. Apparently the dermatologist instructed her to dissolve 1 capful of bleach into a tub of water and allow soaking x 10-15 minutes per day. Neither of us had any clue about the rationale as to why but apparently it took care of the eczema. Just thought I would share!
The old Dakins solution!
A little late to the conversation, but thought I'd add my thoughts! I've had eczema since I was a young child and still continue to have flare ups in adulthood. My mom has asthma and we both have severe seasonal allergies - those three seem to be a triad! The source of eczema is usually some sort of underlying inflammation in the body.
Perhaps it's an underlying food sensitivity. An allergist may help rule out gluten, dairy, peanut, soy, or other common allergy (I had a moderate peanut allergy I was unaware of). Also eating foods that are high in anti-inflammatory antioxidants such as fruits & veggies, healthy fat in fish/avocado & turmeric - even a probiotic that is safe for children. Vitamin D also reduces inflammation.
I'd also make sure his environment is free of mold and detergents/cleaning supplies with harsh chemicals in them.
My eczema has greatly improved by addressing all of these. Also, staying properly hydrated and applying quality lotion (such as eucerin or even coconut oil for some people) right after showers or baths.
It's so miserable to have this as a child. I hope it improves for him soon!
Dry skin precipitates an exacerbation. I have family with eczema and here is what worked. Keep the skin as hydrated as possible: drink lots of water, use humidifiers, use moisture rich soap like Dove, apply a good lotion twice a day like Gold Bond. Keep the home free of irritants like dust and pet dander: wash sheets and vacuum often. Good luck!
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I've always admired school nurses and have had great successes collaborating with them to increase vaccine compliance. My background is in peds and my old co-worker once shared the magical cure for their child's eczema. Apparently the dermatologist instructed her to dissolve 1 capful of bleach into a tub of water and allow soaking x 10-15 minutes per day. Neither of us had any clue about the rationale as to why but apparently it took care of the eczema. Just thought I would share!