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my 9 year old has a skin rash on his inner thighs and insides of knees and elbows; what is most likely the problem and how do I treat it?
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535822 tn?1443976780
More information would be good what kind of a rash , is it raised ,red blister looking? It sounds as if it may be an allergy. What has he been doing , any sport, has he had new pants , have you changed laundry liquid. Is he well any fever , any other symptoms is the rash itchy, or painful .?
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973741 tn?1342342773
Are you in a warm climate, could it be heat rash?  
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535822 tn?1443976780
If it is an allergy I think a Hydrocortisone cream will help ..you can get one OTC but also go to your doctor who may prescribe some thing stronger ..
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