Common  Skin  Problems  in  Children

• Infections- Boils, Impetigo
• Infestations—Scabies, Pediculosis
• Atopic Dermatitis and especially varicelliform eruption (must be treated urgently)    
• Eczema- nappy dermatitis
• Pigmentary Disorders- vitiligo, albinism, incontinentia pigmenti, piebaldism
• Insect Bite Reaction –Papular Urticaria
• Hair And Nail Disorders
• Miliaria
• Nutritional Deficiency Disorders – Zinc deficiency
• Urticaria
• Genetic Disorders -- Ichthyosis And Palmoplantar Keratoderma Psoriasis
• Collagen Vascular Disorders
• Hemangiomas
• Drug Eruptions
• Pityriasis Rosea
• Viral maculopapular rash
• Vaccination induced adverse reactions
• Immunobullous disorders
• Scalp psoriasis, guttate psoriasis, flexural psoriasis
• Candidial intertrigo (fungal infection)– characterised by erythema and intense itching in the genital region
• Lip lick cheilitis -eczematous condition caused by licking around mouth

Parents should consult a dermatologist immediately for skin problems in their children.