Question 1

light rash on baby, not dots. just random places on stomach and back has been spreading the past 2 days. ?

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See pediatrician: Need more info and an exam.  Please call or see your pediatrician.    Need to know how old the baby is, if there is any fever or other symptoms...it could be nothing to worry about, or it could be an infectious disease that needs treatment.

Question 2

home remedies for heat rash on babys face?

Accepted Answer

Heat rash: Virgin coconut oil can work very nicely for baby's heat rash.

Question 3

how do you get rid of red spots or rash on baby's face? the baby is just 3 weeks old and it gets worse in evenings and after feeding.

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Normal: Those spots are called milia, or baby acne.  They are normal, and will go away in time.  They are baby skin reaction to the fact that their world is now cold and dry, after 9 months of being wet and 98.6 all the time.  Give it 6 months, and most of it will be cleared up.

Question 4

what are tha causes of fungal rash on my baby's diaper area? how would i know its a fungal rash compared to ordinary rashes

Accepted Answer

Yeast in the poo: A baby has recurrent contact with the yeast spores that comprise up to 5% of the dry weight of the poo. Given wet conditions & occasional skin irritation from other issues, the yeast can settle into the irritated skin & give rise to a yeast diaper rash. They tend to be raised, bumpy & spread is localized areas. Simple flat redness is something else.

Question 5

please can you look at a rash on my baby ?

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Telemedicine: Any requests for Consult cannot be fulfilled on this portion of the HealthTap site. This is for general medical questions only and cannot be used for consults, diagnosis or treatment of any disease. Please visit our Telemedicine portion of the website or App for a Video Consult with a Physician.

Question 6

rash on my babys neck secreting fluid..what should i do?

Accepted Answer

See a dermatologist: It is difficult to make a proper diagnosis since I am not there to see the condition. I recommend seeing a dermatologist so that they can make a proper diagnosis and give you something to get rid of the condition or relieve symptoms.

Question 7

what causes a red rash on a baby that looks like the baby got burned?

Accepted Answer

Red rash: This can be very serious and requires an examination by your pediatrician as soon as possible.  Report this now as you may be asked to go to the er.

Question 8

is a rash on my babys abdomen serious?

Accepted Answer

Best to check it out: While most of the skin lesions we see in babies require little more than reassurance, there are a few that can be infectious or even dangerous. It's best to let your medical provider take a glance at those spots.

Question 9

how can you get rid of a rash on the babys neck?

Accepted Answer

Neck rash: Ask your pediatrician to examine your child, a rash on the nech of an infant is typically eczema however, a physical exam and possibly other testing is often needed to make an accurate diagnosis.

Question 10

what is a good cream for a diaper rash on a baby?

Accepted Answer

Zinc oxide : Is a common and effective ingredient in many over the counter barrier creams.

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Light rash on baby, not dots. just random places on stomach and back has been spreading the past 2 days. ?

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How do you get rid of red spots or rash on baby's face? the baby is just 3 weeks old and it gets worse in evenings and after feeding.

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What are tha causes of fungal rash on my baby's diaper area? how would i know its a fungal rash compared to ordinary rashes

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Please can you look at a rash on my baby ?

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Rash on my babys neck secreting fluid..what should i do?

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What causes a red rash on a baby that looks like the baby got burned?

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Is a rash on my babys abdomen serious?

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