DD is at risk for allergies and we know she has eczema. The eczema is well-managed with daily baths, using no soap and gentle detergent, and keeping her moisturized. However, lately she has been having hive outbreaks. Usually it is on a wrist where she has problems with eczema anyway. I kind of expect that. But the other day it was on her ankles for no apparent reason. She pointed to her slipper and said "Tay ah" and I figured out she wanted to take off the slipper. When I did I got a shock.
Both her ankles were covered with hives in the front. She had been wearing these little polyester slippers that have never caused her problems in the past. I know--polyester is bad for eczema. But I swear they have never caused her any problems. Now all of a sudden--hives!
I guess my question is for parents who have had experience with eczema. Did you find that your child would just suddenly react to things that were never a problem before?
What about polyester and heat? Could this be the bad combination that caused it? Maybe her feet just got too hot?
And after reacting, did your child continue to have the same problem repeatedly, or did it stop being a problem?
I'm trying to figure out if she needs to avoid those slippers, or all polyester, or if we have unearthed a new allergy, or what is going on here.
Feel free to give advice or share experiences, etc.
