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Hello. son is 4. two days ago presented with fever (100.5f) malaise. since then he has developed small red flat circular rash on buttocks primarily to a lesser degree on back, a bit around nose.

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Rash: If rash occiurred after the fever subsided- then this might possibky be roseola infantum; hoever, without photos or examination: impossible to diagnose.

Answered 9/29/2016

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Dr. Cindy Williams answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Rash: There are many rashes that develop with illness, both viral and bacterial. Without an entire exam, of both the child and the rash; it is difficult to diagnose. Have the child seen.

Answered 7/5/2014

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