What causes rash on toddlers body?
Parents often have to visit pediatrician when there is complain of rash on legs of baby or any other part of the skin. This might relate to ringworm, insect bites, yeast infections, diaper rash, measles, and eczema. Different rashes affect various body parts and these are very treatable even if they make your child uncomfortable. They are seldom an emergency and so is not much cause for alarm. The immune system of the babies is in a developing stage and their skin is new, sensitive, and susceptible to various sources of infection and irritation. This can be due to,
- Heat
- Friction
- Allergies
- Fabrics
- Dampness
- Fragrances
- Chemicals
Feces might irritate the delicate skin of baby and lead to rashes or the reason might be bacterial and viral infections on various parts of the body including the feet and legs.
When should I be concerned about my toddler’s rash?
There might be various symptoms associated with rashes in children. It is a good idea to contact the doctor when the rash does not become better within some days, even after using OTC treatment. Contact professionals when the rash is of butterfly shape there are accompanying fever or painful urination with rash on legs of baby. For children younger than 6-month-old there is no need to wait but instead see the doctor right away. When the condition of the rash seems worse in the creases of the skin, is widespread with tender, enlarged lymph nodes, is non-blanching, red, wet, crusty, oozy, blistering, or swollen, seek help.
What kind of rash does my baby have?
- Baby acne: these are in the form of tiny white or red bumps appearing on the forehead, nose, and the cheek of the baby. This clears without leaving any marks within 3-4 months.
- Diaper rash: this rash develops from the acidity or wetness of the feces and urine of the baby.
- Cradle cap: another name for this is crib cap and this leads to extremely flaky and thick skin the scalp of the baby.
- Heat rash: this occurs in the armpits, torso, legs, arms, neck and chest.
- Hand and foot disease: rash on legs of toddler might develop due to viral infection that is quite contagious. This spreads with direct contact leading to rashes on the feet and hands.
What does a viral rash look like on a child?
In children, viral rashes are quite common and this can be the result of anything such as measles or cold. These are not an allergic reaction instead are results of infection and do not lead to pain or itching. These usually are for few days and even last for 2 weeks with symptoms like fever, headache, stomachaches, decreased energy, muscle aches and appetite loss. Sometimes, serious infections appear as the viral rash during the initial days so, it is a good idea to let doctors examine rash on legs of toddler or any other part of the body.
