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My 7 week old baby has a rash that looks likes someone got a red pen and dotted her, what can this be? she also has a cold that she had for 2 weeks
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Viral rash?: Many viruses (even cold viruses) can have associated rashes. However, in babies under 2 months of age i wouldn't wait a long time to find out what's going on. If she has been acting fine otherwise (eating well, not fussy or excessively sleepy), you can wait a day or two and see if it just fades away. If not, have your pediatrician look at it on monday to determine it's nothing more.
Answered 10/12/2014
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M.D. visit: From the description of the rash it may be a viral infection. Her cold symptoms should have resolved by day 10. At day 14 of a cold, even without fever, she should be checked. Other possibilities include a reaction to lotion or soap. I would advise switching to white dove and eucerin/nivea without added fragrance.
Answered 9/29/2016
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