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What does it mean to have red spots in the body of a baby? could it be a viral infection or a virus?

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It varies: Red spots on a baby's skin can be caused by a variety of agents, from irritation due to a diaper rash to a viral infection. For a proper diagnosis the baby needs to be seen.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 11/23/2015

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