Usually, a rash on a child’s body causes a lot of concern among parents. Really, common symptom various infections, causing a lot of discomfort. However timely treatment skin rashes allows you to quickly forget about itching and burning.
A rash in a child can appear not only on the entire body, but also affect only one area. The number of acceptable diagnoses is reduced and recovery occurs faster
On the head
The rash bothers babies in different parts of the body.
- Small dots on the back of the head Pink colour most often they talk about overheating and the development of prickly heat.
- Abundant bubbles and blisters on the back of the head or cheeks indicate infection with scabies.
- Inflammations in the cheeks and beard indicate allergies to food or medications.
- If a child has a rash on his eyelids, it means that the child has been given inappropriate hygiene products. If the rashes on the eyelids look like scales or become crusty, dermatitis is likely to develop.
Around the neck
On the hands and wrists
In the abdominal area
A rash on the abdomen in the form of red blisters occurs in newborns from toxic erythema, which goes away on its own. The abdominal area and hip area most often suffer from pemphigus. The disease begins with slight redness, blisters appear and begin to burst. Similar symptoms are typical for exfoliating dermatitis.
When the bacterial microflora is disturbed in the abdominal area, erysipelas. Don’t forget about acceptable minor rashes from allergies, prickly heat and infections such as chickenpox or scabies.
On the lower back
On the inner and outer thighs
Rashes on a child’s thighs usually appear due to poor hygiene. Often the baby simply sweats in his diapers and suffers from poor-quality clothing. The result is prickly heat. Allergic reactions often provoke inflammation in the inside hips.
A rash on the thighs indicates the presence of measles, rubella, chickenpox or scarlet fever. In rare cases, rashes indicate diseases of the circulatory system.
In the groin area
A groin rash is the result of infrequent diaper changes or skin contact with dirty diapers. Red diaper rash appears on the skin, and bacteria multiply in it. Miliaria in the groin area in the form of pink spots often appears in a baby as a result of overheating in the sun. Sometimes the source of the rash is candidiasis. Finally, the baby may develop an allergy to diapers.
On the buttocks
The rash on the butt has a nature similar to the causes of groin irritation. Rarely changing diapers and violating hygiene rules lead to inflammatory process. The butt area can suffer from allergies to food or diapers, prickly heat and diathesis.
On the legs, knees and heels and can itch
A small rash on the legs usually appears as a result of dermatitis or allergies. If it itches and resembles mosquito bites, most likely the baby actually suffered from insects.
The cause of a rash on the legs can be an infection or injury. skin. If your child has itchy heels, the rash is most likely caused by a fungus. An allergic reaction on the heels manifests itself in the form of flaky spots, itching and causing swelling feet. On knee joints the rash can appear with eczema, lichen and psoriasis.
On all parts of the body
Inflammation of the skin throughout the body often indicates infection. If a child is covered with a small rash and it itches, the reason is probably an allergic reaction (see: allergic rash) of the body to a strong irritant. If there is no itching from the rash, these causes can be excluded. Most likely there is a problem with metabolism or the functioning of internal organs.
When the rash all over the body is also colorless, most likely the baby is working too hard sebaceous glands. Vitamin deficiency and hormonal imbalances in a child’s body can make themselves felt through rashes without color.
Nature of the rash
If you look closely at your baby's rash, you will notice features. Color, shape and structure.
Like nettle
A rash that resembles nettle spots indicates a special type of allergy - urticaria. Pink blisters on the skin are very itchy and accompanied by an increase in body temperature. The most common cause of urticaria is hot water, stress, strong physical exercise. The rash resembles small blisters on the chest or neck.
Like a mosquito bite
If the rash resembles a mosquito bite, the baby has an allergy to poor nutrition. In newborns this reaction often indicates irregularities in the menu of a nursing mother. Mosquito bites indicate the impact of any blood-sucking insects on the skin, such as ticks or fleas.
In the form of spots
A patchy rash is a very common form of skin inflammation. Most often, the reason lies in a disease of the integument itself or in the presence of an infection. The size of the spots and their color play a big role. Rashes similar to spots appear with lichen, allergies, dermatitis and eczema.
Rough to the touch
The rough rash is most often caused by eczema. At the same time they suffer back sides palms and face. Rough rashes that resemble sandpaper are sometimes caused by keratosis, a form of allergy. Small pimples in this case, the back and side areas of the arms are affected, but sometimes inflammation of the inner thighs appears.
In the form of bubbles and blisters
A rash in the form of blisters appears on the baby’s body as a result of urticaria (see: urticaria in children), miliaria, pemphigus. Among infectious diseases rashes with blisters are caused by rubella and chickenpox.
To match your skin color
Flesh-colored growths on the skin are called papules. Rash of this color indicates eczema, psoriasis or contact dermatitis. Sometimes a colorless rash is caused by hormonal changes in the child's body.
Redness due to infections
The signs accompanying the rash often indicate the development of a serious illness in the baby.
For sore throat
Often, observing the baby primary signs tonsillitis (fever and cough), after a certain time his parents notice a rash on his body. Development is likely here infectious disease against the background of weakened immunity. Sometimes redness appears due to tonsillitis. Do not forget that in the process of treating a sore throat, a child often develops an allergy to antibiotics.
For ARVI
The appearance of a rash in combination with usual symptoms ARVI has similar causes. A child may be intolerant to drug components or allergic to folk remedies. Most often, redness occurs after a course of antibiotics for ARVI.
From chickenpox
From chickenpox Babies develop itchy spots that almost immediately become large blisters. The rash occurs on the palms, face, torso and even in the mouth. The disease is accompanied by high fever and headaches. When the bubbles burst, the baby's skin becomes crusty.
The answer to the question of how long it takes for the rash to completely go away depends on the timeliness of treatment. Usually 3-5 days are enough.
When measles develops
In the case of measles, the baby usually suffers from fever and large red spots that almost merge with each other. The rash from measles appears first on the head, and then spreads to the torso and limbs. The first signs of measles resemble a common cold. This is a strong dry cough, sneezing and tears. Then the temperature rises. How many days does it take for the rashes to go away? As a rule, the skin recovers on the third day.
From infection with scarlet fever
Scarlet fever signals itself by the appearance of small dots on the 2nd day of illness. There is especially a lot of small rash in the elbow and knee bends, on the palms, and in the folds of the skin. The speed of treatment usually does not affect how many days the redness disappears. The rash disappears on its own after 1-2 weeks.
For meningitis
A bright red or purple rash appears on the body of children with meningococcal infection. The disease affects the blood vessels of the skin, causing inflammation on the skin different shapes. With meningitis, there are rashes on the mucous membranes, on the legs and arms, and on the sides of the body.
When to call a doctor
- The child develops a fever and the temperature rises to 40 degrees.
- A rash appears all over the body and unbearable itching occurs.
- Begin headache, vomiting and confusion in the baby.
- The rash looks like star-shaped hemorrhages.
- Swelling and difficulty breathing appear.
What absolutely should not be done
- Squeeze out pustules yourself.
- Rip off or pop bubbles.
- Scratch the rash.
- Apply brightly colored preparations to the skin (this will make it difficult to make a diagnosis).
In general, a rash is a symptom of many diseases. Sometimes it leads to serious problems, and sometimes it goes away on its own. In any case, it would be a good idea to consult a doctor.
Prevention
- Timely vaccinations can protect a child from infections (But remember, vaccinations are not always beneficial, everything is individual!). There are now vaccinations against meningitis and rashes caused by it. Ask your doctor for more details.
- Proper introduction of complementary foods can protect a small child from allergic reactions. It is recommended to accustom your child to healthy image life and proper nutrition. This will not only prevent many diseases and strengthen the immune system, but also reduce the risk of developing allergic rash.
- If you suspect that your baby has contracted an infection, immediately limit his contact with a potential source of infection.
Let's sum it up
- Its localization plays a big role in determining the cause of the rash. The areas of the body that come into most contact with clothing or diapers usually suffer from dermatitis and heat rash. The baby's face often becomes covered with an allergy rash. A rash all over the body indicates the development of an infection or a metabolic disorder in the body.
- Pay attention to the shape of the rash and its color. Small dots indicate allergic reactions, and large spots- about infections. Colorless rash is not contagious, and roughness indicates disorders in the child’s body.
- Follow general condition baby, because other symptoms allow you to accurately determine the factor reddening skin. However, keep in mind that these diseases, like acute respiratory viral infections and tonsillitis, very rarely cause a rash on their own. It is worth observing the child's daily routine, because the rash often appears after visiting the pool and similar public places.
- If a child's rash is accompanied by coughing, vomiting and high fever, we are talking about an infectious disease. At the same time, the whole body becomes covered with spots and itches. With proper treatment, rashes in children disappear after 3-5 days. Sometimes a rash and vomiting are signs of dysbiosis.
- If a rash becomes a cause of concern in a newborn baby, the range of its causes is small. Often, pimples without pus appear on the neck and face of children 2 weeks after birth, disappearing on their own. In children under one year old small rash most often caused by heat rash due to wearing diapers or tight clothing. Red and pink rashes small child associated with allergies to new foods.
- When a rash appears after sun exposure, the baby is said to have photodermatosis. Sun allergies are accompanied by itching, redness of the skin and boils. The rash is usually rough on the limbs, face and chest. Crusts, scales, and bubbles form.
- Allergic reactions in a child’s body can manifest themselves to a variety of irritants. Often, after visiting the pool, a rash appears on the body of children due to the abundance of chlorine in the water. It has already been said that rashes can form even after a course of antibiotics for a sore throat. If we are talking about the treatment of serious diseases such as leukemia, allergies appear within a month.
- A small, bright rash in children under the third year of life can appear when new teeth erupt. Here, the rashes are accompanied low temperature and weakened immunity due to the appearance of teeth. Most often, teething rashes are located on the neck.
- If the rash in babies is not constant (appears and disappears), most likely there is contact with an irritant, causing allergies or dermatitis, is carried out periodically. In addition, the rash disappears and appears again with the development of infectious diseases (measles and scarlet fever), urticaria.
- For prevention severe rash For a child, do not try to introduce new foods into his diet too quickly. If your baby shows signs of allergies after swimming in the pool, choose another establishment where the water is not treated with chlorine.
Parents need to treat special attention to changes in the child's skin. Rashes on the dermis often indicate the presence of diseases, which, if ignored, are fraught with disastrous consequences. To prevent a disease from causing harm to the body, it must be properly diagnosed and treated.
Only a few childhood diseases can provoke rashes on the dermis:
Important:rashes on the body may also indicate an allergic reaction. It appears after contact with a common allergen or an object new to the child.
Symptoms
Each disease is characterized by certain symptoms:
- Allergy. In addition to skin rashes, the child may complain of itching of the dermis, nasal congestion, sneezing and general bad feeling. Allergies often cause swelling and tearing.
- Measles. Three days before the rash, the baby shows signs of a cold (cough, nasal congestion, purse). After this, the main symptoms of measles are localized on the body, which are large red spots. They first appear on the face and then spread throughout the body and limbs.
- Chicken pox. Reddish spots spread throughout the body, gradually turning into bubbles with liquid inside. After treatment with medications, they disappear, leaving areas of rough skin that gradually come off.
- Meningococcal infection. If meningococci have attacked the baby's body and caused meningitis, the resulting rashes will be similar to small hemorrhages. Another sign of the disease is a feverish state.
Attention: meningococcal infection often causes the death of a child. You should immediately consult a doctor if you suspect it and take all necessary medical measures.
Diagnostics
Only a specialist can make an accurate diagnosis. The inspection must be carried out in inpatient conditions. The doctor may take measures such as:
- Basic inspection. The specialist will determine the nature of the rash and take into account other symptoms.
- Analyzes. The doctor may refer you to donate blood, urine and feces.
Attention: if serious complications are suspected, special diagnostics are required (X-ray, ultrasound, etc.).
Treatment
The treatment regimen for childhood diseases that cause spots on the skin directly depends on many factors. In most cases, parents are given recommendations and a list medications, but if the diagnosis is serious, the child is treated in a hospital.
For each disease there is a specific treatment regimen:
- Chickenpox. The spots need to be lubricated daily with brilliant green. If the temperature rises above thirty-eight degrees, it is necessary to give the child antipyretics based on Paracetamol.
- Allergy. It is necessary to give your child anti-allergy medications. Eg, Suprastin You should give half a tablet in the morning and evening.
- Prickly heat. It is recommended to take baths with herbs ( chamomile, series), wipe the spots where the stains are located with a solution potassium permanganate and use talc. If the specialist diagnoses the bacterial origin of the disease, he will prescribe suitable antibiotics.
Means Features of use Soda-salt rinse solution Dissolve a large spoonful of salt and the same amount of soda in a glass of boiling water. After the liquid has cooled and is warm, give it to your child as a gargle. The product should be used three times a day Herbal infusion for rinsing Pour one teaspoon each of dry sage and chamomile into a glass of boiling water. Leave for ten minutes. Strain the liquid and let your child gargle it twice a day Tea with honey and lemon Add a large spoonful of honey and a slice of lemon to your green tea. You can drink it several times a day Video - Rash in children
Treatment errors
Incorrect actions reduce the effectiveness of treatment and aggravate the situation. Take into account the measures that should not be taken:
- Initiation of treatment before diagnosis in an inpatient setting. Should not be used medicines before the child is examined by a doctor.
- Scratching out rashes. Explain to your child that you need to touch the skin where the symptoms are located as little as possible. If the baby ignores the request or is very small, carefully monitor his hand hygiene.
- Use of additional medications and folk remedies until the approval of the attending physician. From various sources you can learn that some herbs and medications help fight rashes. But many of them have side effects and they are not suitable for treating certain diseases.
Important:Monitor your child's hygiene. Pathogenic organisms should not be allowed to enter wounds.
Video - Causes of rashes in children
How to increase the effectiveness of treatment?
To ensure that the disease stops bothering your child as quickly as possible, you need to follow these recommendations:
- Make sure your child drinks plenty of fluids. This rule is especially relevant in cases where the appearance of spots is accompanied by an increase in temperature. Give your child tea, fruit drinks and juices.
- Take your child for a walk if the weather and the state of his body allows. Keep baby at home until full recovery — big mistake. The baby must stay on fresh air at least a few minutes a day, if he does not have a fever, and it is not too cold outside and there is no precipitation with wind.
- Fortify your baby's diet. Any disease negatively affects the immune system. To prevent the recurrence of the disease, speed up treatment and strengthen the immune system, prepare your child dishes from vegetables and fruits. It is advisable that they be raw or steamed.
Important:if the appearance of red spots is caused by allergic reaction, exclude citruses and bright fruits from your baby’s diet.
If you don’t know the difference between infectious skin diseases and allergic rashes in children, photos of these pathologies will help you distinguish one from the other.
In this article we will talk in detail about allergic rashes, their characteristic signs and methods of treatment.
For what reason does an allergic rash appear on a child's skin?
Skin rashes often appear in children from birth to 7 years of age. This is largely due to the fact that during this period the immune system babies are still being formed.
Disturbances in its functioning are often accompanied by swelling, hyperemia (redness of the skin) and/or rash.
Most often, an allergic rash appears due to:
- medications ( children's body may react negatively to individual components included in the medications);
- breastfeeding if the mother does not follow a diet (for example, she is fond of chocolate, citrus fruits, honey, strawberries);
- household chemicals (washing powder, baby soap or baby cream, dishwashing liquid);
- allergic dermatoses (plants or animals, prickly or poisonous);
- natural factors (for example, prolonged exposure to the sun);
- infections (non-cellular infectious agents).
The rash may appear only on the face or spread throughout the body.
What does a child's skin allergy look like?
Allergic reactions in babies can vary. Depending on what caused it, you have to deal with a food allergy or a viral one.
In many cases, exanthemas appear on the child’s body (this is the name given to various manifestations of allergic rashes):
- pustules (filled with pus);
- plaques;
- spots;
- vesicles (filled with liquid);
- blisters (large vesicles larger than 0.5 cm).
With food allergies in children, the rash can be found primarily on the cheeks and near the mouth. If the allergy is contact, then the rash will appear in the place where the allergen touched.
If the baby's immune system has reacted negatively to plant pollen, then instead of acne there may be hyperemia (redness) and swelling of the face.
A photo, better than any words, will allow parents to understand what an allergy looks like and what they may encounter. We will bring short description some types of allergic rashes that appear in children under one year of age and older.
| Type of rash | a brief description of | Cause |
| Allergic dermatitis | A small red rash spreads throughout the body. In these places, the skin becomes dry, peeling, cracks, and ulcers may occur. | Weak immunity or contact with an irritant. |
| Hives | Outwardly, it resembles blisters that appear after contact with the prickly plant of the same name. The rash “wanders” throughout the body, appearing on the hands, then on the face, then on the bends of the arms and legs. It may be accompanied by itching, but there is no relief after scratching. | The reaction of the child’s body to certain foods (chocolate, honey, eggs, citrus fruits). |
| Neurodermatitis | Externally it resembles psoriasis. Characteristic signs are severe peeling. May become chronic. | Food allergies, weak immunity. |
| Eczema | Small red sores or small pimples. It is a chronic form, so it can disappear and then reappear. Appears first on the face, then on the arms and legs. | Infectious diseases, household chemicals, dermatitis. |
Allergies to foods (sweets, citrus fruits), medications and antibiotics manifest themselves in different ways. The following table will help you figure out what is what:
| Allergen | Nature of the rash |
| Sweets (chocolate (peanuts, sugar, milk powder) and honey) | Pimples, hives, and small rashes around the mouth appear. With sugar intolerance, a small patient develops spots that itch very much. If you are intolerant to honey, you may experience swelling, thirst, difficulty breathing, red spots on the face. |
| Medicines | Red spots resembling mosquito bite. Sometimes they swell and begin to itch very much. If spots and pimples appear on the feet and palms, then this is an infection and will require other treatment. |
| Antibiotics | A child's reaction to antibiotics appears immediately after taking the drug. An allergic rash in the form of red spots covers the baby's face and body. These spots do not itch, unlike contact dermatitis. Sometimes there is a temperature (appears for no apparent reason). Instead of stains, bubbles with liquid inside may appear. |
How to diagnose allergies?
An allergic rash in children is often confused with an infectious one. If the treatment is incorrect, then the consequences of such a therapeutic course will not be the best.
Before you pick effective remedy, you need to learn to distinguish one disease from another. Accurate diagnosis Only a doctor can diagnose it, since a visual examination is not always enough to determine the cause of the disease; tests are required.
The differences between an allergic rash in children and an infectious disease are presented in the table:
| Features | Allergic rash | Infection |
| General form | Can be in the form like small dots, and large blisters. In addition to them, there are often crusts, erosions and serous wells (ulcers from which fluid oozes). | The rashes are pinpoint and do not “merge” into a large spot. |
| Place of appearance | Face (forehead, cheeks, chin). Neck, arms, legs, buttocks. Rarely – stomach, back. | Belly, back. Rarely – arms, legs. Very rarely - forehead. |
| Heat | The temperature is rare, and if it rises, it is not higher than 37-38°C. | The disease is accompanied by fever, from 37°C to 41°C. |
| Itching | Happens. | Happens. |
| Swelling | Well visible. In some situations it is life-threatening. | They happen very rarely. |
| Associated symptoms | Lacrimation, conjunctivitis, hyperemia of the mucous membrane of the eye, decreased blood pressure, cough, upset stomach. | Running nose, general loss of strength, body aches. |
| How quickly it goes | Often the rash goes away immediately after taking the medicine. | Remains until the course of treatment is completed. |
What medications are used to treat allergic rashes?
If children develop an allergic rash on their skin, it is strictly forbidden to squeeze pimples or open blisters. It is necessary to explain to the child that it is also forbidden to scratch the sores.
If he is still too small, make sure that he does not touch the wounds with dirty hands. He can get an infection, and this will only worsen his condition.
Treatment of rashes in children is selected depending on the type of disease. Parents who do not know how to treat allergic rashes in children should not choose their own medications.
| Allergic rash | Medications | Non-drug treatment |
| Allergic dermatitis | To relieve symptoms, Suprastin or Erius are prescribed. | Eliminate contact with the irritant. Bath the child in water with the addition of chamomile or sage infusions. Physiotherapy, rest and positive emotions will also help the baby. |
| Hives | Children are prescribed antiallergic drugs: Suprastin, Tavegil. | |
| Neurodermatitis | The doctor recommends:
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| Eczema | They help a lot:
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How quickly does an allergic rash go away in children?
When asked how long it will take to fight allergic rashes in children, there is no clear answer. Much depends on the type and nature of the disease.
For example, food allergy if it appears in a baby or one year old baby, passes within one week. It is enough to simply remove the allergenic product from the diet of a nursing mother.
Those children who develop hives or allergic dermatitis. It is more difficult to fight eczema and neurodermatitis.
These diseases last for 14 days and often develop into chronic form. This means that an allergic reaction may occur more than once.
Treatment should begin at the first appearance of small pale rash. If you don’t pay attention to it in the hope that “everything will go away on its own,” then the therapeutic course may drag on for a long time and turn out to be ineffective.
What is done to prevent allergic rashes in children?
Preventive measures will prevent the child from developing an allergic rash. Doctors give the following recommendations:
- Make sure that the baby does not come into contact with the allergen (remove from his diet allergenic products; change if necessary baby powder, soap or dishwashing liquid.
- Maintain order in his room, regularly do wet cleaning.
- If there are pets in the house, keep them clean.
- Strengthen the baby’s immunity (walk more often, play sports).
- Do not violate your doctor’s recommendations for taking medications.
Conclusion
An allergic rash in children under one year of age and in older age appears according to various reasons. Often food, medicines, and household chemicals become allergens.
Allergy may be different types and look different. It is easy to confuse it with an infectious disease. It is important to make a correct diagnosis and quickly select effective treatment.
At the first suspicion of allergic manifestations you need to show the child to the doctor. Self-medication may be ineffective: there is a high risk of harming the baby rather than helping.
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Small, red rash in a child: photo with explanations.
Diseases begin to accompany a person from the first days of life.
You may not even be aware of the presence of many, but some are indicated by symptoms, among which an important place is given to rashes on the body.
The appearance of a rash on a child’s body due to various skin diseases
Often, people who find a rash on their body or their child’s body mistakenly believe that it is caused by an allergic reaction and buy antihistamines.
At this time, serious changes may occur in the body caused by the development of viral infections.
Rubella
This disease most often occurs in children living in metropolitan areas and large cities.
Rubella is transmitted by airborne droplets through contact with an infected person, and also passes from mother to child through the placenta during pregnancy.
Most often it occurs in children from 6 months to 10 years.
Rubella For the first six months, a child’s body is protected by antibodies transmitted to it through mother’s milk, so rubella at this age is very rare.
In order to identify the presence of rubella in a child, first of all, you need to pay attention to his behavior.
The first signs of the disease:
- lethargy;
- drowsiness;
- Bad mood;
- overwork.
The temperature gradually rises, rashes appear on the face and head, and then they spread to other parts of the body.
The rash is round or oval in shape and does not exceed 3 millimeters in diameter.
The incubation period for rubella is about 14 to 23 days.
Scarlet fever rash
Scarlet fever is an acute infectious disease caused by pathogenic microbe– streptococcus.
It is transmitted by airborne droplets through the upper respiratory tract.
In most cases, scarlet fever occurs in children between one and 12 years of age.
Scarlet fever rash
Typical symptoms of the disease:
- a sharp jump in body temperature;
- nausea;
- vomit;
- a sore throat.
Associated symptoms may also appear:
- headache;
- weakness;
- malaise.
The scarlet fever rash begins to spread to the face and neck, gradually moving to the torso and limbs of the child.
It consists of small reddish spots that become richer towards the lower abdomen, under the knees and on the elbow folds.
On the face, the rash is more pronounced in the cheek area - there it forms bright spots, along which white marks remain, gradually returning the color back.
The period of time from the moment of infection to the appearance of the first symptoms is from 2 to 7 days.
Measles
Acute viral disease infectious nature, the source of which is a person who himself has measles.
The greatest chance of becoming infected occurs between the ages of 2 and 5 years.
Measles
Measles does not begin with a rash, but with cold-like symptoms:
- the temperature rises;
- no appetite;
- the child suffers from a dry cough;
- and runny nose with purulent mucous discharge.
Somewhat later, conjunctivitis occurs, redness of the eyelids and swelling of the eyes.
After about 3 weeks, small rashes appear in the mouth, on the mucous membrane of the cheeks.
After a few more days, spots up to 10 mm can be seen on the face, behind the ears, on the neck, gradually moving to the body, arms and legs.
The rash covers the child's body within 4-5 days.
The latent period of the disease is from 10 days to 3 weeks.
Chicken pox - chickenpox
Chickenpox, as everyone is accustomed to calling it, is caused by the herpes virus.
It can be transmitted by airborne droplets, from sick people to healthy people who have not yet been ill.
This disease mainly affects children under 5 years of age.
It is transmitted from a sick person or objects with which an infected person has been in contact.
Young children are most susceptible to scabies, as they have weak, unstrengthened immunity.
It is quite simple to identify scabies in a child over 3 years of age: a single or merged rash with peeling and crusts, pronounced in the area of the buttocks, genitals, axillary folds and between the fingers.
All this is accompanied by itching and sleep disturbances.
In infants, the rash does not have clear localization boundaries - it can be seen on the hands, on the side of the fingers.
The hidden period ranges from several hours to 2 weeks, depending on the type and age of the tick.
Prickly heat
Miliaria is a skin irritation caused by excessive sweating and occurs mainly in newborns.
The reason for its appearance is the adverse effects external factors: the weather is hot, and the child is dressed warmly, or is wearing tight diapers that don’t fit, or clothes made of synthetic fabric.
In addition, many parents do not pay due attention to the hygiene of the baby, do not bathe him when necessary, and do not use specialized hygiene products.
There are three types of prickly heat:
- crystalline - characterized by the presence of small watery bubbles on the child’s body, not exceeding 2 mm. in diameter;
- red - blisters on the skin become inflamed, turn red, and cause discomfort and can worsen the baby’s condition;
- deep - appears as flesh-colored bubbles, sometimes in the form of spots with reddish bases.
Rubella rashes begin on the face, gradually moving to the torso and limbs, and the temperature rises sharply.
An allergic rash appears immediately on all parts of the body, but the child’s condition does not change.
Rashes during measles, just like during rubella, are accompanied by high fever.
A sick child develops weakness and headache, and his voice may become hoarse.
And only after 4-5 days do they appear.
It doesn’t take long to wait, the body reacts to it much faster.
Chickenpox should not be confused with allergic reactions - the rash during it resembles blisters with a reddish border, filled with a clear liquid.
One of the most unpleasant and dangerous diseases– meningococcal infection – differs from allergies in the presence of a rash with subcutaneous hemorrhage, and is accompanied by a serious condition of the child – fever, vomiting, severe headaches.
Another type of skin disease is which is confused with allergies by more than half of parents.
However, it can also be distinguished - scabies itch bothers you mainly at night.
It is at this time that the mites that cause the infection become most active.
The same allergy symptom accompanies the baby throughout the day.
In addition, scabies does not cause a runny nose and watery eyes, which are characteristic of allergic diseases.
A rash on a child’s body that requires immediate medical attention
If your child experiences any of the symptoms described below, you should immediately seek help from qualified professionals:
- fever and a sharp rise in temperature up to 40 degrees;
- unbearable itching of the skin of the whole body;
- nausea, lethargy, vomiting, slow reaction;
- rashes in the form of stars with subcutaneous hemorrhages and swelling.
What not to do if children have rashes
To prevent the possibility of infection and not cause more harm for the health of the child, under no circumstances should you:
- squeeze;
- pick;
- scratch pustules and other rashes;
- remove crusts;
- and also treat them with brightly colored medications (iodine, brilliant green).
It cannot be ignored, because it can indicate the presence serious illnesses, many of which are life-threatening for the baby.
You should not self-medicate - the list of diseases accompanied by rashes is quite large.
The main thing is to be able to recognize the main symptoms, which can be used to quickly navigate and provide primary medical care.
You should treat the problem with attention and sensitivity and show the child to your doctor as soon as possible.
Rash in a child
How to figure out what kind of rash a child has? Below you will find photos with explanations of the main skin diseases in children.
Have you been caught more than once by surprise by diaper rashes or red dots on your baby's palms? Now you won’t have any questions about what kind of rash your child has.
Rash in children: photo with explanations
How to distinguish acne with chickenpox from a pustular rash, and atopic dermatitis for allergies - look at the photos and read the explanations for them in our material.
Baby acne
Small white pimples typically appear on the cheeks and sometimes on the forehead, chin and even the back of a newborn. May be surrounded by reddish skin. Acne can appear from the first days to 4 weeks of age.
Erythema toxicum
The rash is characterized by small yellow or white bumps on a reddened area of the skin. It can appear anywhere on the child's body. The rash disappears on its own within two weeks and is often found in newborns, usually on the 2nd to 5th day of their life.
Erythema infectiosum (Fifth disease)
On initial stage fever, aches and cold symptoms appear, and in the following days bright pink spots on the cheeks and a red itchy rash on the chest and feet.
Most often, this rash occurs in preschoolers and first-graders.
Folliculitis
Around hair follicles pimples or crusty pustules appear. They are usually located on the neck, armpit or groin area. Rarely found in children under 2 years of age.
Rash on hands, feet and around mouth
They are characterized by fever, lack of appetite, sore throat, and painful blistering wounds in the mouth. The rash may appear on the feet, palms of the hands, and sometimes on the buttocks. At first, the rash appears as small, flat, red dots that may develop into bumps or blisters. Happens at any age, but is most common among preschoolers.
Hives
Raised, red patches of skin characterized by itching may appear and disappear on their own. Usually they appear from several hours to several days, but there are cases when they drag on for up to weeks or months. They can appear at any age. The cause of hives is an allergic reaction to some allergen.
Impetigo
Small red bumps that may itch. They often appear near the nose and mouth, but can spread to other areas of the body. Over time, the bumps become ulcers, which can break out and become covered with a soft yellow-brown crust. As a result, the child may develop a fever and swelling The lymph nodes on the neck. Impetigo most often occurs in children aged 2 to 6 years.
Jaundice
The rash in children is characterized by a yellow tint to the skin. In dark-skinned children, jaundice can be identified by the whites of the eyes, palms or feet. It is most common in children in the first and second weeks of life, as well as in premature infants.
Measles
This illness begins with fever, runny nose, red watery eyes and cough. After a few days, small red dots with a white base appear on the inside of the cheeks, and then the rash appears on the face, spreading to the chest and back, arms and legs with feet. At the initial stage, the rash is flat, red, and gradually becomes lumpy and itchy. This continues for about 5 days, and then the rash turns brown, the skin dries out and begins to peel. Most common among children who have not been vaccinated against measles.
mile
Miles are small white or yellow bumps on the nose, chin and cheeks. Often found in newborns. Symptoms go away on their own within a few weeks.
Molluscum contagiosum
The rashes have a hemispherical shape. The color matches normal skin color or is slightly pinker, having a pinkish-orange tint with a pearlescent tip. In the middle of the hemisphere there is a depression somewhat reminiscent of a human navel.
Unusual for children under one year of age.
Papular urticaria
These are small, raised rashes on the skin that become thicker and reddish-brown over time. They occur at the site of old insect bites and are usually accompanied by severe itching. They can appear at any age.
Poison ivy or sumac
Initially, small patches or patches of swollen and itchy red patches appear on the skin. The manifestation occurs after 12-48 hours from the moment of contact with a poisonous plant, but there are cases of a rash appearing within a week after contact. Over time, the rash develops into a blister and crusts over. Sumac is not typical for children under one year old.
Rubella
Typically the first symptom is sharp increase temperature (39.4), which does not subside for the first 3-5 days. A pink rash then appears on the torso and neck, later spreading to the arms, legs and face. The baby may be fussy, vomit, or have symptoms of diarrhea. Most often occurs between the ages of 6 months and 3 years.
Ringworm
A rash in the form of one or several red rings, the size of a penny with denominations from 10 to 25 kopecks. The rings are usually dry and scaly at the edges and smooth in the center and can grow over time. It can also appear as dandruff or small bald spots on the scalp. Most common in ages 2 and older.
Measles rubella
A bright pink rash that appears first on the face, and then spreads to the entire body and lasts 2-3 days. Your child may have a fever, swollen lymph nodes behind the ears, a stuffy or runny nose, a headache, and a sore throat. Vaccination reduces the risk of contracting rubella measles.
Scabies
Red rashes that are accompanied by severe itching usually occur between the fingers, around the wrist, in the armpits and under the diaper, around the elbows. May also appear on the kneecap, palms, soles, scalp or face. The rash may cause the appearance of white or red mesh marks, as well as the appearance of small blisters on the skin areas near the rash. The itching is most intense after taking a hot bath or at night, preventing the child from sleeping. Can occur at any age.
Scarlet fever
The rash begins as hundreds of tiny red dots on armpits, neck, chest and groin and quickly spreads throughout the body. The rash feels like sandpaper and may be itchy. It may also be accompanied by fever and redness of the throat. During the initial stage of infection, the tongue may have a white or yellowish coating, which later turns red. The roughness on the tongue increases and gives the impression of a rash. This condition is commonly called strawberry tongue. Your child's tonsils may become swollen and red. As the rash disappears, peeling of the skin occurs, especially in the groin area and on the arms. Scarlet fever rarely occurs in children under 2 years of age.
Warts
Small, grain-like bumps appear one at a time or in groups, usually on the arms, but can spread to the entire body. Warts are usually a similar shade to your skin tone, but may be slightly lighter or darker, with a black dot in the middle. Little ones flat warts They can appear all over the body, but in children they most often appear on the face.
There are also plantar warts.
Such defects disappear on their own, but this process can take from several months to several years. Warts are not common in children under 2 years of age.
