A rash is an area of skin irritation. It can be localized to small area of the skin or cover the entire body. In children, generalized rashes are very common, but are also concerning as they can indicate a serious medical condition, especially if...
Most children will have infections and colds that are usually not that severe. Some infections will resolve given time, rest and plenty of fluids, while others will need to be treated. Thus, all of a child's illnesses should be brought to the...
Fifth disease is the common name used for an infection caused by the human parvovirus B19. The disease occurs most frequently among children; however, adults can be affected as well. The disease is transmitted by respiratory secretions including...
A child with a slapped cheek appearance looks startling, but the actual cause is probably the common viral infection called Fifth disease. However, not everyone with the disease gets the red facial rash, and there is no way to know who will or...
The appearance of a rash on a child's face, while disquieting, is seldom cause for an urgent visit to the doctor. Most commonly, a rash on the face signifies some type of viral infection, according to AskDrSears.com. Even minor skin irritants such...
One of the most common food allergies in children is an allergy to peanuts. According to the Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Network, the incidence of peanut allergy in children doubled between 1997 and 2002. The symptoms of a food allergy can vary...
Body rashes can be disturbing not only because of their appearance, but also because of the uncomfortable symptoms than can accompany them. Itching, swelling, oozing and pain can all be a part of developing a body rash. Fortunately, most rashes...
A rash may change the color or texture of the skin, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center. Facial rashes may present as skin redness, inflammation or skin lesions. On the face, skin dermatitis, another name for a simple rash, may...
A rash is an area of swelling or irritation of the skin. It can appear red, bumpy, itchy, scaly or crusty. Rashes can also resemble blisters or pimples. Most cases will resolve spontaneously, but rashes may also signal an underlying condition that...
Fifth disease, also known as erythema infectiosum, parvovirus B19 or slapped-cheek disease, is a common illness amongst children, striking in the late winter or early spring. The early symptoms of fifth disease can be hard to distinguish from a...
Many communicable diseases occur most frequently in children. Although children's susceptibility to communicable diseases has many factors, their spirited desire to touch and physically interact with their environment contributes to the easy...
Fifth disease has been called slapped cheek disease because of the unmistakable redness on the face of children. If your child has a cough and pink cheeks, this virus is likely the culprit causing your child's mild discomfort. Always consult with...
Viral infections affect many organs of the body. The skin is one such organ affected by viruses, either as the primary target or as a signal of ongoing systemic infections. The principal skin manifestation of a viral infection is a rash. The...
