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My Six Month Old Baby Is Having Rashes On His
Question: My six month old baby is having rashes on his face and hands.
Brief Answer:
Could be allergic or viral
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thanks for writing to us. At this age rash is usually viral or allergic .
It would be better if you can send some pictures to see and help you exactly .
I usually suggest any calamine lotion on such rash . Avoid cosmetics and powder .
Let me know after sending pictures
Regards
Dr Arun
Could be allergic or viral
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thanks for writing to us. At this age rash is usually viral or allergic .
It would be better if you can send some pictures to see and help you exactly .
I usually suggest any calamine lotion on such rash . Avoid cosmetics and powder .
Let me know after sending pictures
Regards
Dr Arun
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Vaishalee Punj
Thank you for your response.
Please see the attached pic as requested. It is increasing on his both hands, legs and face.
Please help.
Please see the attached pic as requested. It is increasing on his both hands, legs and face.
Please help.
Brief Answer:
Looks like handfoot mouth disease or viral rash
Detailed Answer:
I have seen the picture .
Nowadays we see more of this kind of viral rash due to coxackie virus , called hand foot mouth disease. It is very common , nothing new .
But it has no medicines or vaccines .
No need to worry . It will increase for a few days and settle in a week .
No treatment is usually required .
Use calamine lotion and feed him frequently.
Avoid other kids to come near him for a week .
It will fully recover , usual diet , regular bathing can be done
Dr Arun
Looks like handfoot mouth disease or viral rash
Detailed Answer:
I have seen the picture .
Nowadays we see more of this kind of viral rash due to coxackie virus , called hand foot mouth disease. It is very common , nothing new .
But it has no medicines or vaccines .
No need to worry . It will increase for a few days and settle in a week .
No treatment is usually required .
Use calamine lotion and feed him frequently.
Avoid other kids to come near him for a week .
It will fully recover , usual diet , regular bathing can be done
Dr Arun
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Dr. Yogesh D
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