Childhood eczema and skin problems in Alor Setar
Does your child keep scratching, or do rashes and dry patches keep coming back?
Skin problems are common in children and can be tiring for the whole family, especially when itching disturbs sleep. Dr Jason Wong, consultant paediatrician, can assess your child’s skin and help you understand what may be causing the problem and how to care for it.
Dr Jason Wong Guo WaiConsultant Paediatrician, Hospital Aurelius, Alor Setar
Signs and concerns parents often notice
- Dry, rough or scaly patches of skin
- Itching that makes your child scratch, sometimes enough to disturb sleep
- Red or darker patches in skin folds such as the elbows, knees or neck, or on the cheeks in babies
- Rashes that come and go, or keep returning
- Skin that reacts to certain soaps, clothing, heat or sweat
- Broken, weepy or crusted skin from scratching
How Dr Jason can help
A consultation focuses on your child and your family’s routine. Depending on your child’s needs, it can include:
- A careful look at your child’s skin, and a discussion of their symptoms, history and possible triggers
- Explaining whether the problem looks like eczema, an allergy, an infection or something else
- A practical skin-care plan, including how to use moisturisers and any prescribed treatment
- Guidance on managing flare-ups and itching at home
- Checking for signs of skin infection, and treating it when needed
- Advice on whether further tests or a referral would be helpful
When to arrange a consultation
- The rash or dryness keeps coming back, or isn’t improving with gentle skin care
- Itching is affecting your child’s sleep, mood or daily activities
- You’re not sure whether the rash is eczema, an allergy or something else
- You suspect certain foods or products are making the skin worse
- Your baby has a rash you’re unsure about
If your child needs hospital care
Most skin problems are cared for through clinic visits. If a skin condition becomes severe or infected and needs treatment in hospital, Dr Jason can admit your child to Hospital Aurelius and continue managing their care himself as their attending paediatrician.
Admission is only recommended when Dr Jason’s assessment shows it is medically necessary.
How hospital care with Dr Jason worksHave a question about your child?
Send the clinic a WhatsApp message to ask about an appointment. Walk-ins are also welcome during opening hours.
WhatsApp is for appointment enquiries. If your child is seriously unwell, go to the nearest emergency department or call 999.
Questions parents ask
Is eczema contagious?
No. Eczema itself can’t be passed from one person to another. However, skin with eczema can become infected, so it’s worth having it checked if it becomes weepy, crusted or painful.
Will my child grow out of eczema?
Many children find their eczema becomes milder as they get older, but this varies from child to child. Dr Jason can talk you through what to expect for your child, and how to manage flare-ups in the meantime.
Why parents consult Dr Jason
“Children are often the most honest patients. They don’t hide their symptoms or pretend to be well when they are not.”
- Dr Jason Wong Guo Wai
- Consultant Paediatrician
- MBBS (IMU), MMed Paediatrics (UM)
- MMC No. 70723, NSR No. 143364
- Newborns to 18 years
- Bahasa Melayu, English and Mandarin
- Hospital Aurelius, Alor Setar
- Suite 228, Level 2
Professional registration and memberships
Registered with the Malaysian Medical Council
Member of the Malaysian Paediatric Association
Member of the Malaysian Medical Association
Visiting the clinic
Opening hours
| Sunday to Thursday | 8:30am to 4:30pm |
|---|---|
| Friday | 8:30am to 12:30pm |
| Saturday and public holidays | Closed |
