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May 3, 2024 · Review pictures of common skin rashes in children, including ringworm, chicken pox, and measles so you can determine what skin rash your child may have.
- 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.
Aug 1, 2015 · This article includes common infectious and noninfectious inflammatory rashes in children.
Dec 18, 2023 · Here are 20 of the most common rashes in children and how to identify them. It’s best to contact your child’s pediatrician or another healthcare professional for an accurate diagnosis.
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- Heat rash. Heat rash (also known as prickly heat or miliaria) is seen most often in babies and young children when sweat gland pores become blocked and perspiration can't escape.
- Poison ivy & other plant rashes. Many children get a burning, intensely itchy rash where their skin touches plants—such as poison ivy, poison oak, sumac—containing a sticky oil called urushiol.
- Eczema. Eczema (also called atopic dermatitis or AD) is a chronic condition common in children that causes patches of dry, scaly red skin and tends to flare up during colder months when there's less moisture in the air.
- Insect bites & stings. Insects such as bees, wasps, mosquitos, fire ants and ticks can cause itching and minor discomfort where they prick the skin. For some children, insect bites and stings can cause a severe allergic reaction called anaphylaxis—which includes a rash or hives and life-threatening symptoms such as airway swelling.
Skin Conditions in Children. Skin conditions in babies and kids may include rashes, hives, warts, acne, birthmarks and more. These conditions may be caused by dermatitis, viral infections, bacterial infections, fungal infections or other diseases. Treatment varies from anti-itch creams to pain relievers to antibiotics, depending on the condition.
NHS information on common rashes in babies and children, such as chickenpox, eczema, impetigo, ringworm, scabies, slapped cheek syndrome and more.
