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Atopic Dermatitis
Jang-Hyuk Choi, KMD
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동제당한의원·Jang-Hyuk Choi, KMDHead Doctor
#Lifestyle Management

Q I'm a child's mother. I want to know specifically how to manage my child's atopic dermatitis clothing and bedding.

A Prioritize 100% pure cotton fabric and wash new clothes before wearing. Wash bedding at least once a week at high temperature (60°C), and it is essential to cover mattresses and pillows with mite-barrier covers. Use fragrance-free, fluorescent whitener-free detergent and double rinse.

Detailed Answer

Clothing management principles: ①Fabric — prioritize 100% pure cotton; avoid wool and synthetic fabrics (friction, static, off-gassing). ②New clothes — always wash once before wearing (remove processing agents and residues). ③Washing — use fragrance-free, fluorescent whitener-free low-irritation detergent, double rinse, air dry rather than dryer (avoid fabric softener). ④Remove tags — neck and waist labels cause friction irritation.

Bedding management principles: ①Washing — high-temperature wash at 60°C or above at least once a week (kills house dust mites). ②Covers — use allergen-proof covers on the entire mattress, pillow, and duvet. ③Replace — stuffed animals, carpets, and thick curtains — remove or minimize if possible. ④Ventilation — open windows twice or more daily to manage humidity (maintain 40-50%).

Korean Medicine Perspective

In Hyeongsang medicine, temperature and humidity control of the skin environment is viewed as an extension of treatment. For children with damp-heat constitution, maintaining a cool and breathable environment is more helpful than excessive warmth. Especially in summer, change thin, breathable cotton underwear frequently so sweat doesn't accumulate, and it is recommended to maintain sleeping temperature at 22-24°C or below.

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