Question 1

please tell me, could a flu shot give my child a rash?

Accepted Answer

No: A flu shot should not cause arash.

Question 2

my child has a rash on her back and between her legs, what could be the problem?

Accepted Answer

:  A rash is best evaluated by a doctor in person, or with photos. You can imagine there are many types of rashes.  You can set up a video online visit if you would like. Dermatologists are available for online visits too.

Question 3

large painful rash on childs back from spine to side of abdomen?

Accepted Answer

To vague for dx: There are far too many conditions or agents that could be linked to this set of symptoms. Rashes usually require eityher great detail in their description or a direct exam to diagnose.  You may need to see a doc if the problem doesn't self heal over a day or two.

Question 4

what do you suggest if my child has a petechiael rash on her chest and back. the doctor said her blood work was ok. what could be the cause of the petechiael rash?

Accepted Answer

Enterovirus?: This time of year certain enteroviral infections go around and they can cause petechiae (essentially enterovirus is just a common virus that most kids get)The CBC should rule out "bad stuff" like leukemia or other blood disorders &amp; serious infections.Trauma can also cause a petechiae as well. Of course, I really don't know your child's history. Sounds like your ped is doing everything as I would)

Question 5

child has sore throat, blister/bump on back of throat and red rash all over her stomach and butt   what could be wrong? any advise?

Accepted Answer

Viral: Sounds like cocksackie virus but should get a strept test to rule out possible strept throat.

Question 6

my child had hsp her it cleared after 2 weeks but has returned a week later with rash again, should she go back to doc or stay monitored home?

Accepted Answer

Go back to Doctor...: .......To make sure that's what it is.  Rashes from different causes can look alike. It's especially important to return to the doctor if there is any joint swelling or blood in the urine or stool.

Question 7

the kid  had some reaction to tobral drops. agreed to stop that and give antihistamine and a cream for rash.  however, the child continues to have eye watery eyes and eyelids who stick together. can we go to the sea next monday (x 1 week) like that?

Accepted Answer

Assess:  Recommend that if your child is still symptomatic, that he been evaluated by a medical provider who can offer care and determine if the child is fit to go to sea.

Question 8

i need to know if my child has chicken pox! looks like a rash, but he states it isn't itching. only on right side of back and lower legs below knee.

Accepted Answer

Rash: If the rash is not blistery in different stages of development, it is not chicken pox

Question 9

rash on feet, hands, neck, upper back and cheeks. cheeks are bright red. cant see any spots in mouth. not preceded by a sore throat or fever. rash isnt itchy. slight roasted. child is 2.5 years old. ?

Accepted Answer

Doctor to examine: Rashes and spots are difficult to describe in words. Generalized spots that don't itch may be part of an infection (some viruses cause this). "Generalized" means on multiple parts of the body. Sometimes, spots have unknown causes. A pediatrician or family medicine doctor can evaluate to find a diagnosis and treatment. Bluish or purplish spot are blood spots and would need blood testing right away.

Question 10

my baby had herpangina and have giving a shot of rocephin (ceftriaxone) 2 days later he developed a rash on his back and stomach is it a symptom of herpangina?

Accepted Answer

Hard to say.: Herpangina is a viral infection that produces oral ulcers. Viruses can also cause skin rashes. Other things such as drug reactions can also. Check with your pediatrician.

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What could give my child a rash on his back

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Please tell me, could a flu shot give my child a rash?

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My child has a rash on her back and between her legs, what could be the problem?

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Large painful rash on childs back from spine to side of abdomen?

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What do you suggest if my child has a petechiael rash on her chest and back. the doctor said her blood work was ok. what could be the cause of the petechiael rash?

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Child has sore throat, blister/bump on back of throat and red rash all over her stomach and butt what could be wrong? any advise?

A member asked:

My child had hsp her it cleared after 2 weeks but has returned a week later with rash again, should she go back to doc or stay monitored home?

A member asked:

The kid had some reaction to tobral drops. agreed to stop that and give antihistamine and a cream for rash. however, the child continues to have eye watery eyes and eyelids who stick together. can we go to the sea next monday (x 1 week) like that?

A member asked:

I need to know if my child has chicken pox! looks like a rash, but he states it isn't itching. only on right side of back and lower legs below knee.

A member asked:

Rash on feet, hands, neck, upper back and cheeks. cheeks are bright red. cant see any spots in mouth. not preceded by a sore throat or fever. rash isnt itchy. slight roasted. child is 2.5 years old. ?

A member asked:

My baby had herpangina and have giving a shot of rocephin (ceftriaxone) 2 days later he developed a rash on his back and stomach is it a symptom of herpangina?

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