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What Causes Hot Rash On Cheeks?

My just turned 9 year old daughter woke up with a red rash of sorts on her cheeks, they arehot to the touch, but her forehead isn t warm as for a fever. She is eating well, going to the bathroom, and this seems like something....just not sure what to do for her.
Fri, 12 Dec 2014
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HI...this is called slapped cheek appearance. It could happen during lying done on the same side in sleep and also in some viral illnesses or some type of skin allergies. If she is her usual self and playing around you need not worry. But she develops fever, you need to consult your doctor.
Regards - Dr. Sumanth
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What Causes Hot Rash On Cheeks?

HI...this is called slapped cheek appearance. It could happen during lying done on the same side in sleep and also in some viral illnesses or some type of skin allergies. If she is her usual self and playing around you need not worry. But she develops fever, you need to consult your doctor. Regards - Dr. Sumanth