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What Causes Red Rashes On Legs With High Fever?

My Kid 2years 6 months old is having fever thats goes up to 104 F and then goes down on giving fever tables (calpol) and antibiotic(Adventis). He is also showing red rashes all over his legs and hands since morning . Can you please advise what it could be?
Mon, 11 May 2020
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Hi dear, I understand your concern

A sudden onset high grade fever along with rash is most likely a viral illness.

If he do not have any other symptoms, is playful when fever comes down, and taking feeds, just give him paracetamol 3-4 times a day. Let him take rest and drink plenty of fluids. If the rash is itchy, apply calamine lotion over there 2-3 times a day. If bothersome, I used to give antihistamines like hydroxyzine or levocetirizine to relieve the itching.

If he is not getting better in 2-3 days, or becomes lethargic or not at all taking feeds, kindly take him to doctor.

Hope I have answered your query
Let me know if I can assist you further
Dr Muhammed Aslam, Paediatrician
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What Causes Red Rashes On Legs With High Fever?

Hi dear, I understand your concern A sudden onset high grade fever along with rash is most likely a viral illness. If he do not have any other symptoms, is playful when fever comes down, and taking feeds, just give him paracetamol 3-4 times a day. Let him take rest and drink plenty of fluids. If the rash is itchy, apply calamine lotion over there 2-3 times a day. If bothersome, I used to give antihistamines like hydroxyzine or levocetirizine to relieve the itching. If he is not getting better in 2-3 days, or becomes lethargic or not at all taking feeds, kindly take him to doctor. Hope I have answered your query Let me know if I can assist you further Dr Muhammed Aslam, Paediatrician