Skin care children

As far as children are concerned AD can be extremely disabling and may cause psychological problems for affected children and their families. Moisturisers and emollients are important in the baseline daily skin care of patients witii AD. To assess the effect of a 3-month, twice-daily treatment with an emollient on the quality of life of parents with a child with mild to moderate AD 0, a multicentre open trial was performed by eight dermatologists on 191 volxm-teers [18 ]. Evaluation by the dermatologists of the child s clinical condition and of the efficacy and overall safety of the treatment was associated with a quality-of-life questiormaire completed by one parent of the atopic child. 

ATSDR and EPA strongly recommend against the use of metallic (liquid) mercury that is not properly enclosed in glass, as it is in thermometers. This form of mercury should not be used or stored in homes, automobiles, day-care centers, schools, offices, or other public buildings. If you notice a child with metallic mercury on his or her clothing, skin, or hair, call the fire department and let them know that the child needs to be decontaminated. 

Many times, AD is not perceived as a major iUness and is frequently dismissed as a minor skin condition. However, studies have demonstrated considerable financial, emotional, and social impact on families of those with moderate or severe AD. An Australian study reported results of significantly more stress in taking care of a child with moderate or severe AD than that involved with care of a child with insulin-dependent diabetes. Disturbed or lack of sleep has also been reported. In the United States, AD accounts for 4% of emergency department visits. The health systems of all countries are burdened with the economic load of AD s direct and indirect costs of treatment and social morbidity. ... 

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