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What Causes A Blotchy Rash Under Bottom Lip In A Child?
my 2 year old is being treated for a bacterial infection and has been taking cephalexin since wednesday. tonight i noticed he is getting a blotchy rash under his bottom lip and when i ask if it hurts he says yes...could this be oart of his infection or a reaction to medication or does he need to be seen again?
Mon, 3 Nov 2014
Hi
The blotchy rash around the mouth is likely to be Herpes Labialis in view of preceding illness. Multivitamin supplement and local application of antibiotic ointment will be helpful.
Take Care
The blotchy rash around the mouth is likely to be Herpes Labialis in view of preceding illness. Multivitamin supplement and local application of antibiotic ointment will be helpful.
Take Care
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