Symptoms of Eczema in Children and Commonly Affected Locations
The most typical sign of eczema in children is an intensely itchy rash. It tends to begin in early years, but can show up first children after 5 years old. Many people often mistake eczema rash for other skin diseases, such as psoriasis, heat rash, and contact dermatitis. Other common symptoms include dry and scaly skin patches, small bumps, red and rough skin patches, as well as small blisters filled with fluids. Children tend to scratch these rashes, which would worsen the condition and make the symptoms last longer. [3]
Eczema may develop and affect any area in the body. However, specific locations can vary by age.
In babies between 1 and 6 months old, eczema tends to begin on the cheeks and spread to the forehead, chin, or scalp.
In babies between 6 months old and 2 years old, eczema may affect the outer arms legs and arms or extensor surfaces, such as the knee or elbow.
In children over 2 years old, the rash tends to occur in the creases of the elbows, on the wrists and ankles, or behind the knees. Eczema may also develop on the hands in school-age kids.
In teenagers, commonly affected areas include the feet, hands, neck, face, and flexor surfaces. [4]
