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What Causes Redness In The Forearms Of A Child?

Hi. The last couple of days I have noticed when I was bathing her that my daughter (8 months old) had slightly red forearms. She has also had a very runny nose the last few days - but she does attend childcare. This morning I have woken up feeling as though I m about to get a cold (sore, scratchy throat) and have now noticed that I have the same type of redness on both forearms. The rash is very fine dots, with no raised areas and it is a little itchy. Any ideas? Thanks.
Mon, 29 Sep 2014
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HI...this could be a streptococcal sore throat or pharyngitis. i suggest that you see your pediatrician and get rapid test done to confirm or rule out the diagnosis. If it is positive, it might require oral antibiotics.

Regards - Dr. Sumanth
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What Causes Redness In The Forearms Of A Child?

HI...this could be a streptococcal sore throat or pharyngitis. i suggest that you see your pediatrician and get rapid test done to confirm or rule out the diagnosis. If it is positive, it might require oral antibiotics. Regards - Dr. Sumanth