Current practices and challenges in at-home skin care and eczema management in early infancy: A questionnaire survey administered during the first vaccination visit

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While parents of early infants generally practice daily skin care, those managing infant eczema experience a significantly higher burden and express a strong need for continuous medical support and guidance during routine visits such as vaccinations. Novelty: ClaimNovelty.INCREMENTAL. Consensus alignment: ConsensusAlignment.NEUTRAL.

Yukiko Tanaka

doi:10.3388/jspaci.40.252

August 19, 2026Nihon Shoni Arerugi Gakkaishi The Japanese Journal of Pediatric Allergy and Clinical ImmunologyOpen Access

Current practices and challenges in at-home skin care and eczema management in early infancy: A questionnaire survey administered during the first vaccination visit

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To assess at-home skin care routines, eczema management practices, and caregiver support needs in early infancy.
Administered a questionnaire survey to parents of infants aged 2–4 months during their first vaccination visit at a regional perinatal pediatric clinic from September to December 2025 (N=54).
All parents (100%) applied moisturizers and 94% washed their infant's face and body with foaming cleanser, predominantly following guidance received at birth facilities.
Infant eczema was reported by 52% of respondents, with half observing no symptom improvement and 36% receiving topical steroid prescriptions.
Perceived burden of applying moisturizer was significantly higher among caregivers of infants with eczema (p=0.040), and 74% desired consultation with healthcare providers.

Implication

Survey demonstrates high eczema prevalence and caregiver burden among parents of young infants, highlighting the need for structured skin care guidance during routine vaccination visits.

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Current practices and challenges in at-home skin care and eczema management in early infancy: A questionnaire survey administered during the first vaccination visit

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