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skin rash

What is this rash my daughter, age 7, has? on the chest and stomach, various red dots spread out that itch, kind of look like mosquito bites. no fever
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Thanks for the response.
No pets, no travel, no flu like symptons, no history of asthma or any other allergies, now some of the spots look more like a heat rash, but they go away and come back in a different spot, either as a dot or as a small patch.  Only  on her chest and stomach, last time i went to the dr they said it was a mild case of chicken pox, because she was vaccinated, but now this is the same thing so I don't think it was pox the first time either.
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Hi.

A rash may be due to several factors. A virus may be the cause if there is associated fu like symptoms, joint pains, pain in swallowing and eye redness. Allergic reactions to pollen, food, and dust should also be looked into. Dermatitis and heat rash are also differentials.

At this point, a complete medical history and physical examination are essential to get a diagnosis. If there is a strong family history of asthma and allergies, all the more that an initial consult is necessary.

Discuss this with your physician as she may need antihistamines for the itch.

Was there any recent history of travel?

Any pets at home?
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