Quote Originally Posted by Skysue View Post
Dairy products cause most cases of eczema. How about working with the Mom in keeping a food diary. Try and see what it is that he might be eating or drinking that could be causing the problem. Then through the process of elimination you may find a solution.

Cutting out all dairy maybe the answer, there are plenty of non-dairy yogurts, cheeses and drinks available that provide a great source of protein and calcium.
It could very well be related to allergies. I know the father has some allergies. I have told them about it but they just seem to do nothing. In my opinion this little guy does not have a very well balanced diete either but that I can't do anything about.

I just dont understand why would the doctor not give them better instructions to help their child but then again maybe I am not getting all the info. from the parents. I still dont think they would purposly whithold information. They are very young parents so ... I don't want to make any judgement on them I just really want to ensure he gets what he needs. Half his legs and arms are covered in scabs, open wounds and severe irritation and when I say half ... I really mean %50. It looks so painfull.

Thanks to all, I have been working on a form to have the doctor fill out all last evening. If anyone has a sample I could check out, I would appreciate it.