Monthly Archives: May 2011

How to Treat Impetigo in Children

Impetigo will usually go away on its own. When it doesn’t, anti­biotics can be used to help kill the bacteria. For isolated spots of impetigo, you can use a topical antibiotic cream or ointment. Many different types are sold over … Continue reading

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Freckles and Moles in Children – Symptoms and Treatments

What is happening inside my child’s body? A freckle is a small pigmentation, usually no bigger than an eraser head, caused by exposure to the sun. A mole is a bigger version of a freckle and results from a combination … Continue reading

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How to Treat Eczema in Children

The best treatments for eczema are moisturizing and removing the irritant. Some cases of eczema may be treated with a steroid cream or a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory cream. These are used in addition to moisturizers. Steroid creams come in a range … Continue reading

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