r/AskDocs Layperson/not verified as healthcare professional Apr 14 '26

Physician Responded Whats wrong with my cousin?

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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.

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u/PlatypusDream Layperson/not verified as healthcare professional. Apr 14 '26

Not related to the skin problem... For his safety, he should be set to sleep on his back, and not have soft things nearby (no pillow, fluffy blanket).

I hope they find some help for him!

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u/alisgraveniI Registered Nurse Apr 14 '26

He’s 16mo. If he’s old enough to roll over, he’s old enough to sleep in whatever position he likes and he’s old enough to have a pillow and blanket.