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9 month old diagnosed with roseola. i have red rash all over body. dr says it's a virical rash, most likely roseola. baby's ped says it can't be. thks?

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Dr. Lori Semel answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Roseola: Adults generally do not get roseola. Roseola is a virus that children under 3 get (adults can get it but most people have already had it as an infant). Either way, viruses are self limited and require supportive care, fever control and hydration only.

Answered 1/6/2015

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