Red rash

[pappu1112]

We live in southern California. We as a family have gone for a vacation to Florida last weekend. My toddler is now 28 months. He had no allergies from birth. But after coming from vacation, I've noticed few red patches or rashes like on his lower rib part, within a day it is spreading. Now I can see the same in his chest, on his back and some on his face too. Is it any sun damage or any other allergic blisters. I'm not sure whether it is itchy...since he is not itching any part of the body. What kind of safety measures do we have to take, can I get the expert advice. Thanks in advance.

[pappu1112]

Thanks for your post. We have consulted with a pediatrician, and he said it is because of heat rash....and no need to apply any medication. As you suggested the doctor also asked to wear him cotton clothes for a week and drink plenty of water.

My son is doing well now and hope the rash will go off soon.

[Bhupinder Kaur, MD]

Hello,
These bumps need to be evaluated by a pediatrician or dermatologist. These can be contact dermatitis, sweat dermatitis, heat rash or due to viral exanthematous disease. Without examination, confirmation of a diagnosis is tough and so confirmation is necessary.Till then make your child wear cotton clothes and apply calamine lotion on the bumps.

Hope it helps.Take care and pls do keep me posted on how your son is doing or in case you have any additional doubts.Kind regards.