Baby rash due to dry skin
Dry skin can quickly develop in babies if insufficient or incorrect care is taken. Since the immune system is not yet strongly developed in babies, the sensitive skin can then be even more easily infected. The so-called cradle cap is characterized by very itchy nodules in the head and neck area.
Sometimes this is accompanied by blisters filled with liquid. The cradle cap can disappear again. On the other hand, it can also be a preliminary stage of atopic dermatitis. In these cases, it manifests itself mainly through dry skin and rashes on the face, head and the extensor sides of the arms and legs. If a rash is observed in the baby, a doctor should be consulted so that he or she can find a possible cause and treat the disease accordingly.
Skin rash due to dry skin during pregnancy
During pregnancy the female body undergoes a hormonal change. In some pregnant women, this change leads to dry and scaly skin or increased impurities. New intolerances can develop, which can lead to skin rashes.
During pregnancy, water retention under the skin often occurs, which causes the skin to lose fluid. As a result, the skin becomes dry, tight and itchy. The skin can then become inflamed and infected more easily.
Dry skin and skin rashes can also be caused by allergic reactions to clothing, care products or detergents that were previously tolerated without any problems. The skin needs special care due to the heavy strain during pregnancy and should therefore be provided with well-tolerated, moisturizing creams. Since serious infectious diseases can also trigger skin dryness and rashes, a doctor should always be consulted in case of a sudden unexplained exanthema. The doctor can also give tips on how to take proper care of the skin during pregnancy in case of care uncertainties.
