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Eczema is a chronic skin condition that can affect people of all ages, but it’s most common in infants and children, affecting 1 in 5 children and 1 in 10 adults in the UK. The condition often stems from a mix of genetic and environmental factors. Children with a family history of allergies like asthma or hay fever are more likely to develop atopic eczema.
When eczema appears in the first few months of life and is moderate to severe, there may be a higher risk of developing a food allergy. However, it is not recommended to cut out foods from your child’s diet without medical guidance, as this can lead to nutritional deficiencies and may not be the cause of your child’s eczema.
If you feel a food is worsening your child’s eczema, even if they are only consuming milk, speak with your GP. They can assess whether a referral to an allergist or a joint dermatology and allergy service is needed for further evaluation and care.
We know that being a parent isn’t easy at the best of times, so when you add a poorly baby with suspected allergy into the mix, we understand that family life can become complex and emotionally challenging. If you are a parent of a child whose eczema flare ups may be exacerbated by a food allergy, Allergy UK’s Dietitian Service provides specialist allergy advice to help inform and guide parents of children from 0-5 years old who are presenting with symptoms of food allergy.
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At around three months old, it was so bad we were hospitalised to help manage it. At this point, Lucy had various blood tests, which showed us she had IgE allergies to dairy, eggs and nuts. From this early point in her life, we have had to face managing not only severe eczema but also potentially life-threatening allergies. – Lucy’s story
Read real-life experiences of people living with eczema and discover practical advice to help manage the condition.
Stephen had infantile eczema up to the age of around 7. He grew out of eczema until the age of 40.
Lucy had bad eczema from when she was just a few months old.
Despite the difficulty he has faced, Callum continues to thrive and has never let his condition get the better of him.
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