Sweat children: what is it, why does it appear and how to cure it?
The appearance of the miliaria or sweat in children alarms the parents, who often do not understand the reasons and consequently do not know how to act. In reality, it is nothing serious and it passes quickly, but there is something you can do to relieve the discomfort in a short time. We talk about it in this article, but first we want to suggest you to watch the video: rules of hygiene for the little ones.
What is Sudamine in Babies?
Sudamine also known as miliaria, foresees the appearance of whitish bubbles on a reddened background with a consequent feeling of rough skin. In short, the baby's skin cannot breathe properly and manifests it through these outbreaks, much more frequent in summer due to excessive heat, but in some cases also present in winter.
One aspect to consider if you want to be sure it's sudamine is the bubbles that need to be slightly raised.
The pediatrician explains that any situation that makes children sweat can cause sweat in children, precisely because the sweat ducts become blocked (due to excessive sweating), so the sweat instead of evaporating, gets trapped under the skin and causes inflammation and rashes. .
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Where does sudamine appear in children?
Precisely for the reasons mentioned above, sudamine occurs mainly in the areas of the child's body that tend more than others to get warm. Among these the main ones are:
- the neck
- the nape
- the groin
- the armpits
- the folds of the limbs
- the face (especially in infants)
In the vast majority of cases, sudamine in children is not a serious pathology, on the contrary it is often asymptomatic and only in its most intense form can it manifest itself through raised bubbles. In some cases it can also cause itching which can be very annoying for the little one, but don't worry, follow our tips to relieve it.
Effective remedies to relieve sweat discomfort in children
One of the things to do to combat sweat in the baby is to cool and keep the areas where it usually occurs. How to do?
- Discard clothes when you don't need them
Especially if it is summer, undress your baby and let all the skin on the body breathe. If possible, remove the diaper as well. If you have to go out, try to dress him as lightly as possible, with soft cotton clothing, not too tight to the skin.
- Choose cotton fabrics when you hold it in your arms
Try to prefer cotton fabrics for yourself or in any case smooth and not rough on contact. This is especially true if you know you will have to hold the baby in your arms for a long time: the prolonged contact of his delicate skin with rough clothes could cause irritation and consequent sweat.
- Make sure the air in the house is dry
In summer it is known that the air conditioner is essential to survive the heat, but try not to overdo it.Always keep a temperature that is not too cold, in some cases a dehumidifier or even a fan will suffice without the jet being directed at the baby.
- Take a refreshing bath
You can opt for a simple solution that will prove to be a real cure-all against sweat: give the baby a bath with fresh water, if necessary even several times a day. Adding a spoonful of rice or corn starch or bicarbonate to the water, which have an absorbent action. The leather will then be dried with a soft cloth, dabbing without ever rubbing.
- Avoid keeping the baby in warm places
In summer, especially in the central hours of the day, the heat reigns supreme, so it's best to avoid leaving the house with your child during these hours. Wait for sunset or go for a walk early in the morning.
- Cut the nails to the little one
It may seem strange, but keeping the baby's nails short will prevent them from scratching and thus injuring the skin causing irritation or infection. Even for sudamine it is important to have short nails to avoid scratching the raised bubbles.
In cases of very extensive sudamine that does not resolve itself within a few days, contact the pediatrician who may decide to give the child an antihistamine. However, taking the precautions we mentioned above, sudamine in the baby will be just a distant memory.
How to prevent sudamine in children?
One of the first things to do to prevent sweat in babies is to make sure they are hydrated. Increasing the dose of water or milk, especially in summer, is important as it will compensate for the loss of mineral salts through sweat.
Another thing to do to avoid the onset of sudamine is to constantly check the baby's temperature by touching the nape of the neck and always keeping him in a cool environment, avoiding letting him out in the hottest hours of the day.
When the acute phase of the manifestation of bubbles ends, you can use a specific moisturizer for children, to be spread on the skin in small quantities to restore skin softness.
Sweat Children: Frequently Asked Questions
How long does sudamine last in children?
Sudamine in children lasts approximately 48 hours, but it should be specified that it will disappear completely when the factor that caused it resolves. For example, if the baby has been in a warm environment for a few days, as soon as he is moved to a cooler and more ventilated environment, his skin will also benefit.
How to distinguish sudamine from atopic dermatitis?
Atopic dermatitis causes itching and red spots on the face, arms and legs. It is different from sudamina and in addition to lasting longer, it also provides a different cure. Consult your pediatrician.
Sudamine and the sixth disease: how do they differ?
The substantial difference lies in the fact that the sixth disease also manifests itself with fever, which is not expected, however, among the symptoms of sudamine. The red dots, moreover, in the case of the sixth disease, appear a few days after the fever.
Why does sudamine mostly affect children?
Sudamine is a more common ailment in children and infants. Among the main causes is the fact that adults have a better ability to thermoregulate and when they feel they are hot they discover themselves. Children, on the other hand, and especially infants, cannot undress by themselves if they feel hot and if they are very young they cannot show their discomfort except through crying. In addition, the newborn has a smaller body surface through which to expel sweat.
