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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?
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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.

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What Causes A Blotchy Rash Under Bottom Lip In A Child?

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