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What Causes Bumps On The Legs, Arms And Hands Along With High Fever?

Posted on Tue, 12 Sep 2017

Question: Hi there I was wondering if you could identify these bumps on my son. He is 1 1/2 years old. He experienced a high fever last week that lasted a few days and a few days later these started comimg up on his legs, arms, hands. There arent alot of spots, maybe 10 or so. I have attached a picture. Thanks.

Answered by Dr. V. N. S. Parinam (47 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Roseola rash

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

You seem unconcerned about any other symptoms except rash in your kid. The rash as attachment looks maculopapular rash.
This is a classic description of roseola subitum, a self limiting and harmless disease caused by human herpes 6 virus. it is not herpes. First high fever subsides and then this rash. The child is pretty well, playful , happy during this disease.
No treatment required for this.
hope I answered.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. V. N. S. Parinam (26 minutes later)

Actually I am very cincerned about other symptoms with my child. We had 2 hospital visits in 3 days when we couldnt get fever down and were worried about dehydration. We were told he had the flu. Fever has been down for a week now. We tried to make an appt today to see our family doctor who is off. We will be seeing them tomorrow but I figured I would try this route today. Thank you for your help. We thought that may be the cause but were still concirned and looking for clarification. Thanks again.

Answered by Dr. V. N. S. Parinam (14 hours later)

Brief Answer:
In my opinion just rehydration helps

Detailed Answer:
You shouldn't worry. you make your appointment. till then just rehydration helps. If it itches you can apply calamine.
If you do not have more questions please close this discussion.

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Nagamani Ng