<ul><li>Children never directly get fungal infection.</li><li>Your child can get fungal infection from any member of the family who has been infected already.</li><li>Generally parents apply ointment for fungal infection on the skin surface and it gets healed in a few days but the infection under the skin is left untreated.</li><li>It is better to always consult a doctor for complete recovery from fungal infection. Doctors usually recommend oral medication plus ointment.</li><li>Fungal infections easily spread from one person to another so it is advisable that the other members in the family should also get checked and treated if needed.</li><li>The best way to avoid fungal infections is to keep your surroundings clean. Fungus usually grows where there is a source of water and humid conditions. Make sure there is no such corner in your place which provides environment for fungal growth.</li></ul>

Fungal infections are very rare among children but you can always prevent it from happening by following proper measures.

Fungal infections in children

Rashes are common among infants. Rashes can occur because:<ul><li class="ql-align-justify">If the diaper is wet for too long</li><li class="ql-align-justify">Allergic reaction</li><li class="ql-align-justify">Bacterial Infection</li><li class="ql-align-justify">Milk drops falling around baby’s neck</li></ul> Take these measures to cure/avoid rashes:<ul><li class="ql-align-justify">Wash your hands before and after changing a diaper</li><li class="ql-align-justify">Keep a periodic check on baby’s diaper</li><li class="ql-align-justify">Use medicated cotton and plain water to poop off your baby’s skin</li><li class="ql-align-justify">Use a mild cleanser</li><li class="ql-align-justify">If you use wipes, choose mild ones or without fragrance and alcohol</li><li class="ql-align-justify">Make sure that the area is completely clean and dry before using another diaper</li><li class="ql-align-justify">Let the baby go diaper free if the rashes are extreme</li><li class="ql-align-justify">Clean the neck after every feed</li></ul> If your child has rashes solely due to diapers, then:<ul><li>First of all, you can change the brand, as the allergy can be due to a child's sensitive skin. Different babies have different types of skin sensitivities.</li><li>Apply good moisturiser on the skin before using diapers.</li><li>With every diaper change, clean the area properly.</li><li>You can also use specially designed creams for diaper rashes.</li><li>Even then if the rashes continue, limit the use of diaper to minimum.</li><li>Use cotton underwear instead.</li><li>Rash associated with diarrhoea, needs treatment for diarrhoea.</li><li>Severe cases may need mild steroid based cream under doctor’s supervision.</li></ul> Follow the above measures for mild rashes. In case, the rashes do not improve overtime, contact your paediatrician for appropriate anti-bacterial or skincare ointments and medicines.

Dealing with rashes properly helps soothe a child.

Treating baby rashes

It is very for children to get acne between the age of 0-6 years. Generally it affects on the onset of puberty (puberty is the age where children reach sexual maturity).But it can occur at any age out of hormonal imbalance or sensitive skin. There is no natural remedy for pimples. Things you can follow to reduce pimples:<ul><li>Make your child drink enough water.</li><li>Wash his/her face a few times during the day with clean water.</li><li>Follow healthy lifestyle.</li><li>Reduce the intake of oily, fried, and spicy food.</li></ul>

It is rare that your child would get pimples or acne at this age. If it does happen, it is always advisable to consult your paediatrician.

Dealing with acne

Itching can result due to various reasons:<ul><li>Skin allergies</li><li>Food allergies</li><li>Dandruff</li><li>Skin disorder</li></ul> <ul><li>It is advisable to consult your paediatrician or doctor for itching before you apply any skin products to your child.</li></ul> Remedies for itching:<ul><li>Avoid scented soaps, lotions, and bubble baths.</li><li>Change out of wet or damp clothing immediately after exercising or swimming.</li><li>Moisturising the skin with a good moisturiser.</li><li>See a doctor when the itching persists for more than 2 weeks, when there is inflammation and when itching affects the entire body.</li></ul>

Itching, if not treated at the right time can intensify and irritate a child. It is better to consult your paediatrician at the right time.

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Fungal infections in children

Treating baby rashes

Dealing with acne

Itching problem in children

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