Question 1

baby rash on bumps wht to do to avoid rashes for babies?

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Rash in bumps: Use soap and water when cleaning diaper area. Dry with hair dryer and apply diaper cream with a xinc oxide base.

Question 2

my baby is 3 months old and has reddish rashes on her cheeks, elbows, and knees.  is it just eczema?

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Probably, but: I would not blow it off.  Many infants are allergic to a food that is causing the rash.  Getting an allergy evaluation to determine if a food is related to the rash may help to dramatically improve the rash once the food culprit is eliminated from the diet.

Question 3

could my baby be getting scaling red rashes on her knees due to the carpet?

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Yes: The rash could be physical irritation from the carpet.  It could also be a symptom of eczema or contact dermatitis.  The first thing to do is apply some thick ointment to the rash and cover with long pants.  If it is itchy, you could try some Hydrocortisone cream.  If it is painful or oozing, this might require medical attention.

Question 4

i'm getting rashes behind my knees, my arms near elbows , my stomach above belly button. what could this be?

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Eczema: But it could also be dry skin especially during the winter months. Need to lotion up with any moisturizing cream or lotion, you may also need prescription  strength steroids depending on the severity.

Question 5

my 4 yr old son suffers from itching, rashes and redness after every 7-10 days behind his knees & back of his thighs, hips and elbow joints?

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Eczema: Those areas are the common place of eczema in children. You can try over the counter Hydrocortisone cream a few times a day. Use a lot of moisturizer and visit a local physician if it does not go away.

Question 6

for a few weeks now, i've had itchy areas on my arms and legs.  they start out as tiny little spots.  then i started scratching and they become red, itchy rashes.  i have 2 places on my left arm, 1 on my right and behind both of my legs (knee area).  what

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Dry skin?: First try applying a moisturizer all over your body within 3 minutes after bathing and see if this helps. For the rash, topical hydrocortisone for a few days may be helpful.  However if this is a persistent or worsening problem, I would recommend a dermatology consult.

Question 7

what are common causes of baby rash?

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Baby rashes: Rashes are mostly caused by a fungus or bacterial.

Question 8

can baby rash on face be caused be fabric softener?

Accepted Answer

Baby rash: Yes fabric softener  can cause a baby rash.

Question 9

three year old red rash behind knees and inside elbows, what could this be?

Accepted Answer

Eczema: This can be many things, but the most common is eczema. It is commonly associated with allergies and is treated with moisturizing and emollient creams and ointments. When more severe, steroid medications are sometimes used.

Question 10

my daughter has a small pimply looking rash behind her knee. it has made a couple of clusters and is traveling to the front of her leg. ?

Accepted Answer

? Shingles: I'd think about shingles as a possibility. Please have it seen by a doctor. The sooner shingles is treated, the better the outcome.

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Baby rash on bumps wht to do to avoid rashes for babies?

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My baby is 3 months old and has reddish rashes on her cheeks, elbows, and knees. is it just eczema?

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Could my baby be getting scaling red rashes on her knees due to the carpet?

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I'm getting rashes behind my knees, my arms near elbows , my stomach above belly button. what could this be?

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My 4 yr old son suffers from itching, rashes and redness after every 7-10 days behind his knees & back of his thighs, hips and elbow joints?

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For a few weeks now, i've had itchy areas on my arms and legs. they start out as tiny little spots. then i started scratching and they become red, itchy rashes. i have 2 places on my left arm, 1 on my right and behind both of my legs (knee area). what

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What are common causes of baby rash?

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Can baby rash on face be caused be fabric softener?

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Three year old red rash behind knees and inside elbows, what could this be?

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My daughter has a small pimply looking rash behind her knee. it has made a couple of clusters and is traveling to the front of her leg. ?

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