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Need Medication For Low Grade Fever & Red Bumps On Legs & Arms
Hi! My son had a low grade fever a few days ago. We thought he was cutting a tooth but then woke up the next day with red bumps all over his legs and arms. Now they are on his feet too. They don t seem to itch or bother him and he s not showing any other signs of sickness. What could they be?
Hi....by what you quote I feel that your son might be having a viral illness called hand foot mouth disease. This is one viral illness among all other exanthemas which can cause fever followed by rash over palms and soles. It is a self-limiting disorder and itching can be really worrisome. I suggest you use any over the counter antihistamine if you have one with you now. You can use Hydroxyzine at 1-2mg/kg/dose (Maximum 10mg) every 6th to 8th hourly for 7 days. This can even cause some peeling of skin in the next 4-6 weeks and do not worry about it. Regards - Dr. Sumanth
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Need Medication For Low Grade Fever & Red Bumps On Legs & Arms
Hi....by what you quote I feel that your son might be having a viral illness called hand foot mouth disease. This is one viral illness among all other exanthemas which can cause fever followed by rash over palms and soles. It is a self-limiting disorder and itching can be really worrisome. I suggest you use any over the counter antihistamine if you have one with you now. You can use Hydroxyzine at 1-2mg/kg/dose (Maximum 10mg) every 6th to 8th hourly for 7 days. This can even cause some peeling of skin in the next 4-6 weeks and do not worry about it. Regards - Dr. Sumanth