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Medical
Dermatology - Rashes
A rash is a
reaction of the skin. It can be
caused by many things, such as a
drug reaction, an infection, or
an allergic reaction. Many
different agents can cause
similar rashes because the skin
has a limited number of possible
responses. Very often the
associated symptoms in addition
to the rash help make the
diagnosis, such as a history of
tick bites, exposure to other
ill children or adults, recent
antibiotic use, environmental
exposures, or prior
immunizations.
Most rashes caused by viruses do
not harm your child and go away
over time without any treatment.
However, some childhood rashes
have serious or even
life-threatening causes. As a
parent, you should be familiar
with these rashes. Many rashes
can look the same, making it
difficult to know the exact
diagnosis. Whenever you have a
concern, see your doctor
immediately.
Symptoms
include bright red rash; red or
yellow scales; itching; and
pearly pimples, bumps, or
cysts.
Rashes that require treatment
can be helped by gentle
cleansers, moisturizing
ointments, antibiotic creams,
and anti-itch drugs.
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