Pediatric Dermatology: Addressing Skin Allergies and Sensitivities

The office of Frank R. Baum MD, Inc provides pediatric dermatology in Maui, HI, for children of many ages. One of the most common of his treatments is managing skin allergies and sensitivities in your little ones. Watching your child cry as they scratch an allergic rash is definitely heartbreaking, and we’re here to ensure that you understand your care options. Here’s what you need to know.

Causes of Allergic Reactions and Sensitivities

The reasons that babies and children develop allergies and sensitivities are pretty mysterious. That’s obviously frustrating for parents trying to deal with them. However, there are many triggers that may cause an attack, such as:

• Pet dander
• Pollen 
• Dust mites
• Cigarette smoke 
• Mold
• Insect stings 
• Latex

Skin Problems Parents Must Watch

The office of Frank R. Baum MD Inc in Maui, HI, can help your child by giving them pediatric dermatology support, which manages some of the most common skin conditions. These include pretty uncomfortable and upsetting problems.

• Eczema: This condition produces rashes on the face and head that include dry, itchy, and irritated patches that can make a child very uncomfortable. It’s common with asthma, food allergies, and hay fever.
• Allergic Rash: When a child is allergic or sensitive to something, they can develop an allergic rash or contact dermatitis. Symptoms include redness, rashes, and thick and scaly leathery patches. It typically goes away with time. 
• Hives and Swelling: Swollen skin or hives are caused by many types of issues, including insect bites, medicines, and even pet saliva. They usually don’t last that long but can be pretty upsetting to see if you aren’t sure how to manage them.

Common Treatment Options for These Issues

When you visit our facility, we can provide treatments to reduce your child's skin allergies and sensitivities. Treatments may include the following: 

• "Reaction" medications that stop the rash from worsening 
• Topical treatments that reduce the rash spread and stop the pain
• Small dosages of painkillers
• Oral medicines that reduce symptom severity
• Regular checkups to spot new allergy developments

Get Help from Frank R. Baum MD, Inc. Today

Frank R. Baum MD, Inc. in Maui, HI, can provide the dermatologic help your little one needs to bounce back from skin allergies and sensitivities. We’re comfortable working with children of all ages and truly love our work. Please don’t hesitate to contact us at (808) 871-7116 to set up your appointment. With our help, your child can feel better with treatment.