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Jan 12, 2024 · A fever with a rash in a child is often due to a viral infection. Although treatment may not always be necessary, caregivers should always speak to a doctor.
- Understanding rashes. With so many different types of rashes, it’s tricky to know which is which and how to treat them. That’s why we’ve outlined the most common rashes for easy reference.
- Roseola infantum. The term roseola means “sudden rash.” This mild infection is triggered by two common strains of a human herpes virus: virus 6 and virus 7.
- Scabies. Scabies is characterized by clusters of bright red, pimple-like rashes that may have blisters or scales, caused by the human itch mite infesting in a person’s skin.
- Ringworm. Caused by a mold-like fungus and named after the ring shape it makes on the skin, this rash is itchy, red, flaky, circular and raised, inflamed around the edge, but the middle of the circle looks clear.
- Roseola. Roseola is a virus that’s more common in younger children (under 2 years old). It first causes a high fever and then a skin rash. It usually goes away on its own and doesn’t cause any problems.
- Impetigo. Impetigo is a common and very contagious skin infection. Mild cases may go away on their own, but most children will need treatment with antibiotic creams or pills.
- Hand, foot, and mouth disease. Hand, foot, and mouth disease (HFMD) is a common childhood illness. It usually isn’t serious, but it can spread quickly because it’s so contagious.
- Scabies. Scabies are tiny mites (similar to bugs) that cause a very itchy rash. The mites live in the skin and cause an allergic reaction. They are very contagious and can spread from person-to-person contact.
- Wondering about that rash, welt, or bump on your child's skin? Sickness, allergies, and heat or cold are often behind kids' skin changes. Most aren't a big deal and are easy to treat.
- Worms don't cause ringworm. And ringworm doesn't need to be itchy. It's caused by a fungus that lives off dead skin, hair, and nail tissue. It starts as a red, scaly patch or bump.
- This contagious and usually mild illness passes in a couple of weeks. Fifth disease starts with flu-like symptoms. A bright face ( classically described as a 'slapped cheek' appearance) and body rash follow.
- This once-common rash isn't seen as much in today's kids thanks to the chickenpox vaccine. It’s very contagious, spreads easily, and leaves an itchy rash and red spots or blisters all over the body.
- Bug Bite. No matter how careful you are about using insect repellents, it is likely that your child will occasionally get a bug bite. These bug bites can be scary for parents, though, since even a 'normal' reaction to a bug bite can include redness, swelling, and warm skin.1
- Chickenpox. This photo contains content that some people may find graphic or disturbing. The classic rash of chickenpox infection includes red papules (bumps), vesicles (the spots that look like little blisters), which then become crusted scabs.
- Cold Sores. This photo contains content that some people may find graphic or disturbing. Unfortunately, some children get cold sores repeatedly, often on the same spot on their face or lip.
- Eczema. This photo contains content that some people may find graphic or disturbing. This skin rash picture demonstrates a classic case of eczema, which can be helpful in diagnosing your child with eczema.
Nov 22, 2022 · Also called erythema infectiosum, it’s more common in kids. You get a splotchy red rash on the face that looks like a slapped cheek. You also might have a fever and body aches. A web-like...
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Nov 8, 2023 · What it looks like: Pink-red rash lasting two to three days; may accompany a mild fever, swollen lymph nodes behind the ears, runny or stuffy nose, headache, and sore throat. Rare due to vaccinations; most likely to occur in unvaccinated children. Rubella is contagious.
