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Nutritional Status of Infants and Children with Eczematous Dermatitis

S K Bhattacharya, A K Bhattacharya

    Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology
    |February 15, 2017
    PubMed

    Insights

    Eczematous dermatitis in children is linked to significant nutritional failure and malnutrition. Associated pyogenic infections appear to be the primary driver of malnutrition in these cases.

    Area of Science:

    • Pediatrics
    • Dermatology
    • Nutrition Science

    Background:

    • Eczematous dermatitis is a common condition in infants and children.
    • Nutritional status is crucial for child development and immune function.
    • The relationship between skin conditions and malnutrition requires further investigation.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the prevalence of nutritional failure in children with eczematous dermatitis.
    • To explore the potential role of eczematous dermatitis in causing malnutrition.
    • To identify factors contributing to malnutrition in this pediatric population.

    Main Methods:

    • Study included 70 infants and children (1 month to 5 years) with various types of eczematous dermatitis.
    • Nutritional status was assessed anthropometrically and biochemically (serum proteins, albumin).
    • Children were categorized based on malnutrition type (acute/chronic) and socioeconomic status.

    Main Results:

    • 83% of children exhibited nutritional failure, with 23% acute and 60% chronic malnutrition.
    • Low serum proteins, particularly albumin, were observed in children with eczema.
    • Despite better socioeconomic conditions in some, malnutrition persisted, suggesting a link to dermatitis.

    Conclusions:

    • Eczematous dermatitis is associated with significant nutritional deficits in children.
    • Pyogenic infections complicating eczema are strongly implicated as a cause of malnutrition.
    • Early identification and management of both dermatitis and malnutrition are essential.

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