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My 6 years old has symmetrical rash on his low part of chest /abdomen it is small sized red rash that not itches or doesn't induce pain what can it be?

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Dr. Arthur Heller answered

Specializes in Gastroenterology

Call pediatrician: This could be lots of things including viral, bacterial, allergic, immune related, contact rash, other. Call doc, needs to be seen to be diagnosed.

Answered 3/26/2013

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Many possibilities: Many possibilities include reaction to virus (ie: viral exanthem), medication induced reaction, bite reaction, other rashes of childhood. Best to see dermatologist for diagnosis and treatment.

Answered 10/3/2016

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