Posts Tagged ‘rashes’
What are School Sores (Impetigo)?
School Sores are Frustrating, But Treatable! While the name might remind you of playground shenanigans, this common skin condition is no laughing matter. But fear not, here are my top tips to beat this itchy and annoying ailment. Who Gets Impetigo: Impetigo doesn’t discriminate. It can strike people of all ages, from the…
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What is Perioral Dermatitis?
Perioral dermatitis refers to a a common inflammatory skin rash around your child’s mouth. It can vary in cause, severity and the need for treatment but let me explain more. Perioral Contact Dermatitis The mildest form is a transient perioral contact dermatitis typically seen when infants start solids. You may see a bumpy flesh coloured…
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Eczema – A Holistic Approach
Having eczema can be so distressing for children. It’s itchy, can get infected and even cause long term scarring. Sadly it’s difficult to prevent and to treat with no real cure being known. We know that children with eczema usually have a genetic predisposition but there are a number of factors that can trigger it.…
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When food hurts
Food intolerance and what it looks like A food allergy can be very obvious if it involves a rash or breathing problems, but what about behavioural changes, poor sleep or just tummy bloating could these be allergies too? Or are they a food intolerance and what’s the difference? It’s really important to differentiate between allergies…
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Is it a food allergy?
Let’s just say it, preparing food for your child can be stressful. Is there enough protein, enough fibre? Is it nutrient dense? Is it tasty? Will they even eat it? All important questions but to me the most important is, will they have an allergic reaction to it? Food allergies are on the rise. Currently…
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