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What Causes Recurring Cough And Fever With Rash In Children?

hi my 6 year old son has had a cough and on/off temp for over a week now, i took him to the doctors to see the nurse yesterday as he developed a nettle like rash which only lasts a short while, it comes up on his ears, face, arms and legs. he is normally a healthy fit boy, he has mild asthma and is very sporty. what could be the problem?
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this rash may b due to viral infection (viral exenthem) itself or may b due to drug taken if associated with itching.
if child is not immunized for measles then this may b a possibility also.
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What Causes Recurring Cough And Fever With Rash In Children?

this rash may b due to viral infection (viral exenthem) itself or may b due to drug taken if associated with itching. if child is not immunized for measles then this may b a possibility also.