Children’s skin reacts differently—and often faster—than adult skin. Sometimes a small trigger is enough: dry indoor heating, a new detergent, an infection, sweating during sports, or stress. It may start to itch or burn, and pustules or a rash can develop. This can be distressing for both children and parents.
To reassure you: many skin changes are harmless. Others, however, should be diagnosed and treated early. In paediatric dermatology, the spectrum is broad—ranging from eczema, allergies and infections to rarer skin conditions. In Zurich, we are happy to be your trusted point of contact when it comes to children’s skin concerns. Book an appointment here or give us a call.
What matters with children’s skin?
Children are not small adults. This applies to the entire body—and therefore also to the skin. The immune system and the skin barrier are still developing. Conditions can look different and may escalate more quickly. A dermatological assessment is advisable, and we generally recommend avoiding home remedies when the cause is unclear.
Why families come to our dermatology clinic
At Swiss Derma Clinic, we often see skin problems in children that significantly affect everyday life. Typical accompanying symptoms include itching, sometimes sleep disturbance, or visible areas on the face and hands. For example:
- Eczema (e.g., atopic eczema/atopic dermatitis, diaper area)
- Infectious skin changes (bacterial or viral, e.g., warts)
- Urticaria (hives) and allergic reactions
- Psoriasis and atopic dermatitis (also possible in childhood)
- Acne (from early-onset acne to teenage acne)
- <Moles and birthmarks
Important: similar symptoms can have very different causes. Red patches are not automatically eczema. Spots are not always acne. And dry skin may be a temporary, harmless issue—or it may point to a disrupted skin barrier.
How we proceed at Swiss Derma Clinic
We start by asking questions and listening carefully: When did the skin problems begin? Have you noticed triggers or patterns? What have you already tried? In many cases, we can identify the cause quickly—for example, skincare products, medications, or contact with certain plants or substances can trigger a reaction. We then perform a clinical examination and, depending on the findings, arrange the appropriate dermatological work-up.
Swiss Derma Clinic is a specialist practice for dermatology, dermatologic surgery and laser therapy, offering individually tailored medical care. We stand for thorough diagnostics and both proven and modern treatment approaches—also for sensitive skin, when gentle methods are preferred, and in more complex courses.
Modern paediatric dermatology means: less irritation, individualised approaches
With children, the key is choosing the right treatment steps. A holistic approach is often the best direction—because the skin is a systemic organ, closely connected to the environment as well as internal and psychological processes.
When is a prompt medical review recommended?
Some situations should be assessed by a specialist without delay:
- ➔ If your child has severe symptoms, cannot sleep, or scratches until the skin bleeds.
- ➔ If a rash occurs with fever or spreads/moves quickly.
- ➔ If areas are weeping, look infected/purulent, or are very painful.
- ➔ If there is rapid worsening around the eyes, lips, or in the diaper area.
Swiss Derma Clinic covers a broad range of dermatology. If you are worried, a well-founded assessment is worthwhile. Book an appointment at our practice in Zurich.
