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What Causes Skin Rash On The Arms In A 2 Year Old?
my kid is 2yrs 4mnths old,has got skin rash in the right arm side,paediatrician tld us it is some kind of viral infection,apply caladryl and atarax syrup if needed (when itching is more), how long will it take to cure? as far now it didnt spread,its been 3 days,and its on the same side.
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Fri, 14 Mar 2014
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Hi Dear,
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per your query your kid have symptoms of skin rash on the arms. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like folliculitis, psoriasis or allergy, contact dermatitis and due to improper hygiene. Need not to worry. I would suggest you to keep your skin clean and dry , apply only petroleum jelly , take over the counter antihistamine like benadryl. You should take plenty of fluids and apply cold compresses to reduce redness and itching. If condition doesn't get well then consult dermatologist for proper examination. Doctor may order certain test like skin patch test , allergy test and physical examination. Doctor may prescribe corticosteroid ointment, antibiotics or immunosuppressants along with anti inflammatory medications.
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per your query your kid have symptoms of skin rash on the arms. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like folliculitis, psoriasis or allergy, contact dermatitis and due to improper hygiene. Need not to worry. I would suggest you to keep your skin clean and dry , apply only petroleum jelly , take over the counter antihistamine like benadryl. You should take plenty of fluids and apply cold compresses to reduce redness and itching. If condition doesn't get well then consult dermatologist for proper examination. Doctor may order certain test like skin patch test , allergy test and physical examination. Doctor may prescribe corticosteroid ointment, antibiotics or immunosuppressants along with anti inflammatory medications.
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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