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What Can The Red Blotchy Rash On The Torso Be?
My baby is 7 months old but was born prematurely so corrected age is 5 months, he has been unusually cranky the past 2 days and i have put it down to teething due to the fact he cheeks have been red and when putting teething gel on his gums he has been in discomfort. the reason for me writing is that i have noticed a red blotchy rash over his torso mainly around the belly button area and on his back - i wondered if you could assist ?
Tue, 9 Feb 2016
Hi Dear ,
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per your query your baby have symptoms of red blotchy rash on the torso. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like allergic reaction, angiomas, compromised immunity, eczema, psoriasis and due to certain systemic pathology. Need not to worry. I would suggest you to maintain proper hygiene. You should drink plenty of fluids. Avoid touching or pricking these rashes. You should take antihistamine like benadryl and avoid applying any cosmetic , apply only petroleum jelly . You should consult dermatologist for proper examination . Doctor may order skin test or allergy test along with blood test . Doctor may prescribe immunosuppressants along with antibiotics and anti inflammatory and corticosteroid ointment.
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per your query your baby have symptoms of red blotchy rash on the torso. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like allergic reaction, angiomas, compromised immunity, eczema, psoriasis and due to certain systemic pathology. Need not to worry. I would suggest you to maintain proper hygiene. You should drink plenty of fluids. Avoid touching or pricking these rashes. You should take antihistamine like benadryl and avoid applying any cosmetic , apply only petroleum jelly . You should consult dermatologist for proper examination . Doctor may order skin test or allergy test along with blood test . Doctor may prescribe immunosuppressants along with antibiotics and anti inflammatory and corticosteroid ointment.
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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