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Dermatology (Expert Forum)
Unknown Rash on 10 month old's arm
Answered by
Alan Rockoff, MD - dermatology, Child Skin Problems
The Rockoff Dermatology Center
Brookline - MA
This forum is for questions regarding Dermatology issues, such as: skin rashes, acne, birthmarks, skin infections, rosacea, and general skin care.
Unknown Rash on 10 month old's arm
by jennym412, Oct 31, 2007 10:27AM
Dear Dr.,
My 10 month old son developed a rash on the back of his right arm/shoulder a few weeks ago. It has stayed constant (not gotten larger or spread). It does not appear to be itchy. It does not appear dry. It is flesh color/reddish... raised bumps, almost blending together. I would say it is 'waxy'.
The pediatrician told us to try cortisone 1% twice a day. She also referred us to the dermatologist, but there is a 3 month waiting list to get an appointment! I'm concerned that this may be something that needs immediate attention!
I will try to post 2 pictures of it here...
[IMG]http://i123.photobucket.com/albums/o288/jennym412/IMG_2469.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i123.photobucket.com/albums/o288/jennym412/IMG_2512.jpg[/IMG]
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http://i123.photobucket.com/albums/o288/jennym412/IMG_2469.jpg
http://i123.photobucket.com/albums/o288/jennym412/IMG_2512.jpg
It would be great if we could get your opinion on what you think this is. It doesnt seem like eczema to me. It is only in this one spot. I'm concerned it could be an infection of some sort. It does not appear to have any open wound type areas. I dont see any 'white heads' or anything like that...
Please help! We appreciate it! We won't be able to see a dermatologist until February!!!
Thanks!
ps - i did my undergrad at Tufts...
My 10 month old son developed a rash on the back of his right arm/shoulder a few weeks ago. It has stayed constant (not gotten larger or spread). It does not appear to be itchy. It does not appear dry. It is flesh color/reddish... raised bumps, almost blending together. I would say it is 'waxy'.
The pediatrician told us to try cortisone 1% twice a day. She also referred us to the dermatologist, but there is a 3 month waiting list to get an appointment! I'm concerned that this may be something that needs immediate attention!
I will try to post 2 pictures of it here...
[IMG]http://i123.photobucket.com/albums/o288/jennym412/IMG_2469.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i123.photobucket.com/albums/o288/jennym412/IMG_2512.jpg[/IMG]
If you can't see the pictures, please try these links...
http://i123.photobucket.com/albums/o288/jennym412/IMG_2469.jpg
http://i123.photobucket.com/albums/o288/jennym412/IMG_2512.jpg
It would be great if we could get your opinion on what you think this is. It doesnt seem like eczema to me. It is only in this one spot. I'm concerned it could be an infection of some sort. It does not appear to have any open wound type areas. I dont see any 'white heads' or anything like that...
Please help! We appreciate it! We won't be able to see a dermatologist until February!!!
Thanks!
ps - i did my undergrad at Tufts...
Doctor's Answer
by Alan Rockoff, MD, Oct 31, 2007 09:05PM
, Oct 31, 2007 09:05PM
To: jennym412
It's hard to be sure. Your photos are rather blurry. Whatever this is is certainly not serious. My guess is that it is called lichen striatus, a fairly common and completely unimportant rash kids get. Cause is unknown, treatment largely unnecessary, though steroid creams help speed resolution a bit. The rash takes the form of a scaly line. Your son's rash does look waxy rather than scaly, as you describe it and as far as I can make out, but that would be my best guess anyway. I'm sorry you have to wait so long--perhaps you can call for cancellations?--but I think you don't need to worry about what you'll find out.
Take care.
Dr. Rockoff
Take care.
Dr. Rockoff
Member Comments (3)
by lo10491, Oct 31, 2007 04:35PM
I have that on my leg
by lo10491, Oct 31, 2007 04:36PM
To: Sorry!!
I seem to have the same rash on my back thigh, its red and it itches quite a bit. I thought it was a staph infection but didn't see any pus. My mom suggested poison ivy. But im still unsure
