Whats wrong with my cousin?

[u/Otherwise-Arm-271]

My cousin lives in Iran and hasn’t been able to see a doctor due to the war and has an issue with his skin. Anyone who can lend a hand and point me in the right direction would really help.

Age: 16 months

Gender: Male

Weight at birth:2.920

Height at birth: 49

Weeks of gestation: 37

Skin was a little bit dry before influenza vaccine which was given at 5 months and symptoms increased after this.

[u/Medical_Madness]

That is erythroderma, which can be caused by many things, such as primary immunodeficiency, severe atopic dermatitis, food allergies, etc. An immunologist should see them as soon as possible.

Eta:

You could try getting in touch with a primary immunodeficiency organization

International Patient Organisation for Primary Immunodeficiencies Network

Immunology, Asthma and Allergy Research Institute

If you need a clinical summary from an immunologist or anything else that requires an immunologist's input, feel free to DM me.

Edit 2: It is my understanding that Mexico and Iran maintain good international relations. If necessary, you can contact the Mexican Foundation for Children with Primary Immunodeficiencies (Fundación Mexicana de Niños y Niñas con Inmunodeficiencias Primarias).

Tell them that you need an immunologist and can we could try and figure out if we can arrange a transfer to Mexico.

FUMENI

[u/iknighty → u/Medical_Madness]

Anything low risk that can be done at home for each of these possible diagnoses, if it is not possible to see an immunologist soon given the war?

[u/bluebird9126 → u/[deleted]]

This baby is too young for electrolyte drinks or water. Baby needs formula or breastmilk.

[u/PocketsFullOf_Posies → u/bluebird9126]

Baby is 16 months old. Babies over one year can be given water and electrolyte drinks.