Any ailment of a beloved child causes a real panic in parents. However, it is far from always worth the alarm. Many children have allergies on the knees and under them, and red lesions appear at the bend of the elbows. A similar phenomenon is most often attributed to diathesis. However, it is far from always possible to independently understand what is happening with the baby. It is best to visit a doctor and find out the exact causes of the ailment. Additionally, you can find information that will help to avoid irritation on the delicate skin of babies.
What to do when rashes appear
If the parents noticed that the child has a rash under his knees, it itches and behaves quite uneasily, then first of all it is worth calling a doctor at the house or going to the pediatric department of the local clinic on his own. If this is not possible (for example, the family lives in a village and the nearest hospital is very far to go), then you can use some tips.
First of all, it is worth starting to wash the affected skin with a weak solution of furacilin. However, you can not rub the skin strongly, so as not to damage it even more. Do not make any serious manipulations before visiting a doctor. If the appearance of irritation is greatly changed, it will be more difficult for a specialist to diagnose one or another pathology.
If the child has a rash under his knees and on the pope, and he constantly tries to comb itchy places, then you need to try to explain to him that this should not be done. If we are talking about a kid who still does not know how to talk and does not understand the advice of his parents, then he can put on soft gloves on his hands. So it will be more difficult for him to harm himself.
Of course, these measures are temporary. It is important to understand the causes of the rash under the knees of the child as soon as possible. In this case, there are many probable explanations for such symptoms.
A bite of an insect
The zones under the elbows and knees are very attractive for various "bloodsuckers", since it is in these places that the skin is the thinnest, and under it there is a large number of blood vessels. If we are talking about the summer period, then you should make sure that the baby does not suffer from attacks of mosquitoes and flies. Sometimes children suffer from bites of bedbugs that settle in dusty and old mattresses.
If the rash under the knees itches: allergy and irritation due to improper nutrition
Allergic reactions in the form of irritation can provoke a huge number of factors. It is possible that the baby’s diet includes those products that are not recommended for children under a certain age. Very often, such problems appear after the period of complementary feeding. Experts advise at this time to refrain from chocolate, eggs, red berries, beets, nuts, citrus fruits and honey. Most often, a rather aggressive skin reaction appears on these foods in babies.
It is possible that a rash under the knees of the child appeared against the background of taking permitted foods. This is due to the individual intolerance of some components.
In this case, it is worth following the baby's nutrition. If the rashes intensify after a certain product, then for a while it is worth excluding it from the diet.
Also, an allergic reaction can occur on dust, household chemicals, cosmetics and much more. Sometimes the cause of problems is poor-quality clothing. Only a doctor can accurately determine the stimulus in this situation. Therefore, if a child has a rash under his knees, Komarovsky and other well-known specialists strongly recommend identifying the allergen as soon as possible and not waiting for the moment when the baby develops complications.
Eczema
This skin disease is also usually localized in areas under the knees and elbows. At the initial stage, the rash under the knees of the child manifests itself in the form of pimples filled with liquid. They cause severe itching. However, as soon as their thin shell bursts, all their contents break out.
Often, eczema appears against the background of complications after atopic dermatitis. That is why, when developing treatment for a rash in a child's feet, doctors recommend abandoning all products and other irritants that can trigger an allergic reaction. In addition, experts recommend treating itchy places with “Naphthalene paste”, “D-panthenol” and tar ointment.
Atopic dermatitis
This pathology can also cause quite serious redness on the legs and arms of the baby. Atopic dermatitis per se is a particularly advanced stage of skin allergy. As a rule, with this pathology, parents note the appearance of a rash under the knees of the child, as well as on the inside of the elbow. Usually, rashes are red pimples that are very itchy and haunt the baby. As a rule, such rashes become most noticeable immediately after the standard CAT vaccination, as well as when taking certain groups of medications.
Most often, atopic dermatitis develops as a result of a food allergy that does not stop at all. If at some time the immune system of the child fails, then complications will be difficult to avoid. Also, pathology can be activated if the child has problems with the gastrointestinal tract.
If the baby combed the rash, then doctors recommend treating the affected areas with erythromycin ointment. Additionally, a course of antibiotics may be required. Their dosage and type is prescribed exclusively by the attending physician.
Psoriasis
Considering the causes and treatment of rash under the knees in children, it is worth paying attention to the possibility of developing this pathology. The causes of psoriasis are not yet fully understood. However, doctors are inclined to believe that most often this ailment is caused by a sharp decrease in the protective functions of the body, severe nervous shocks or stressful situations. Also, some experts are inclined to believe that psoriasis is a hereditary disease, so this possibility should not be ruled out.
When this ailment appears, a red rash appears under the knees of the child. Red spots itch heavily and eventually begin to peel off. At an early stage, pimples are very easy to confuse with allergies or insect bites. However, if you do not recognize the disease in time, then complications will begin. In this case, rashes will begin to appear on the elbow cavities. If, in this case, the parents continue to sin on diathesis and a slight allergic reaction, then there is a risk that the pathology will develop into arthritis.
If there is a suspicion of psoriasis, then you can try the recipes of traditional medicine. For example, celandine baths and the use of birch tar are very effective. Additionally, you can take a course of herbal medicine. If we talk about the opinions of doctors, they give preference to drugs of the antihistamine group ("Fenistil"). Also, a specialist may prescribe an ointment based on zinc or a hormone-type agent ("Advantan").
Annular granuloma
This pathology is often found in children under 10 years of age. As a rule, in this case, a rash also appears under the knees of the child. However, pimples do not itch and usually go away by themselves after a while. Although this disease belongs to the category of chronic, it does not pose any danger to the health of your beloved child.
Doctors agree that the annular granuloma is a hereditary pathology, since no obvious reasons for the appearance of rashes can be identified. If the child is still worried about unpleasant symptoms or parents want him to quickly get rid of unpleasant pimples, then you can use hormonal ointments or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. If the irritation does not go away for quite some time, then the doctor may prescribe a course of injections of “Acetonide” or “Diapsone”.
Mycosis
This pathology often appears in conditions of sufficiently high humidity, when a fungus begins to actively multiply on the skin. As a rule, lesions appear on the inside of the elbows and knees of the child. Mycosis often appears in the inguinal region.
To get rid of unpleasant rashes, it is recommended to use antifungal agents. For example, "Mycoseptin." If the pathology is in an advanced stage, then in addition to local therapy, you will need to take antifungal medications inside ("Nystatin", "Fluconazole").
Molluscum contagiosum
This pathology belongs to the category of viral diseases. As a rule, infection occurs through the household. Unlike most ailments, this disease manifests itself in the form of small pimples of a white, not a red shade. They are also located under the knees and on the elbow cavities. The formations are very itchy, but the child should not be allowed to touch them. Otherwise, they will quickly spread throughout his body.
If we talk about the treatment of this pathology, then usually doctors recommend a little wait. The protective functions of the young body are enough to independently overcome the disease. If this does not happen or it is an extremely difficult case, then the specialist can prescribe a course of drug therapy ("Proteflazid", "Cantaridine"). Additionally, drugs are prescribed to strengthen the baby's immune system.
Scabies
As a rule, this unpleasant pathology is transmitted through everyday life, so if at least one child falls ill in a kindergarten, then the ailment will quickly spread to all children. When scabies appears on the body (mainly under the knees and in the elbow cavities) blisters appear that insanely get itchy. To get rid of unpleasant symptoms, it is necessary to treat the skin with sulfuric ointment and special soothing lotions. Also, the doctor may prescribe antihistamine drugs.
Many experts recommend treating not only rashes, but also healthy areas of skin located nearby.
Creases on the legs of the baby
Considering the causes and treatment of a rash on the elbows and knees of a child, it is worth paying attention to this physiological feature of newborn babies. As a rule, they have very sensitive skin on their arms and legs. Against the background of the fact that they have a lot of folds, the skin begins to rub against each other. This can be quite annoying.
To avoid such a nuisance, it is recommended to carry out hygiene procedures every day. Particular attention is paid to the inguinal region, folds on the knees and elbows. After wet treatment, it is recommended to sprinkle the skin with baby powder or use a safe baby cream.
If the baby begins to have diaper rash, then this can provoke the formation of wounds and unpleasant cracks. If this happens, then it is worth using more conservative methods of traditional medicine.
Treatment features
If we are talking about a small child, then do not delay the visit to a specialist. If the slightest signs of unpleasant rashes appear, you should immediately consult a doctor. As a rule, antihistamine and hormonal drugs are used to combat the rash. Additionally, a course of immunomodulators may be required.
Most often, doctors prescribe Tavegil, Zirtek, and other antihistamine-type drugs. If we talk about hormonal drugs, then “Kenalog” is suitable for children.
You can get rid of a rather severe itch with the help of a contrast shower. However, this treatment is not suitable for a tiny baby. Soothing ointments and compresses are also used.
If irritation is localized mainly on the child’s feet, then doctors recommend using corticosteroid ointments (Lokoid, Deromoveyt). They are quite safe and highly efficient. Such drugs help to quickly get rid of itching, peeling and other unpleasant symptoms.
Prevention
If we talk about preventive measures, then first of all it is worthwhile to work on strengthening the child's immunity. To do this, you need to be with him more often in the fresh air. It will not be superfluous to gradually accustom him to hardening. It is also worth excluding contacts with potential allergens. If the rash under the knees of the child is very itchy, then it is worth talking to the doctor as soon as possible.