The child develops red spots on his body. Why do rough spots appear on a child’s skin?

Of the most frequently observed conditions at a tender age, experts (and mothers) identify redness on the skin. Such manifestations occur at different times, are localized in different parts of the body and are accompanied by various symptoms, which, of course, worries parents.

What causes spots to appear, and how to respond to them?

16 reasons why red spots and irritation appear on your baby's skin

There are many reasons for the appearance of redness in toddlers. Most often, spots appear as a result of disturbances in food and temperature conditions, such as allergies or diathesis.

But you shouldn’t give up on such signs - they can also be symptoms of specific diseases.

The most common causes of “mysterious” red spots are as follows:

• Diaper rash in babies. This inflammation occurs due to excess moisture or strong friction in certain areas of the body. As a rule, in the groin folds, between the buttocks and armpits, behind the ears, in the neck folds, and also in the lower abdomen. The degree of diaper rash can vary - from mild redness to weeping erosion with ulcers. Associated symptoms are itching and burning of the skin.
• . This cause of redness develops due to blockage of the sweat glands and, accordingly, intense sweating in the absence of sufficient evaporation of moisture from the surface of the skin. Usually this process is explained by a violation of thermoregulation in children.
• An allergic reaction to foods eaten by the mother while breastfeeding. It usually manifests itself as redness of the cheeks, as well as indigestion (note: diarrhea, constipation, colic or even vomiting).
• Atopic dermatitis . With this disease (note: an allergic hereditary disease), the manifestations will be allergic reactions to medications and foods, swelling and redness of the cheeks and buttocks, the appearance of yellow crusts on the head and eyebrows, and symmetrical redness on the hands. Factors that provoke the disease are improper skin care, stress on the child’s psyche, or acute viral infections.
• Red spots on the hands may be the result of contact with an allergen. For example, with household chemicals, low-quality soap, etc. True, the skin on the hands can also turn red due to an inflammatory nature - tonsillitis, bronchitis, as well as due to a fungal or bacterial infection or even liver/kidney disease.
• Allergy. She can lie in wait for your child even in places you never thought possible. The baby’s body can react with spots to sweet fruits and chicken, to mushrooms and milk, to exotic dishes and seafood. It is also common to see such a reaction to laundry washed with washing powder with a high percentage of surfactants, to low-quality clothing and toys made from harmful materials, etc.
• Insect bites. They usually show up as red dots, swelling at the site of the bite, or even severe swelling of the bite area if there is an allergy. Of course, such spots do not look like a rash, and they are very easy to distinguish from other redness.
• Chickenpox. Here the symptoms are clearer: spots appear all over the body in the form of a rash, and after some time blisters form instead, which are always accompanied by severe itching. Fever and weakness are also sometimes noted. The main locations of the rash are the inside of the cheeks, armpits, and areas between the fingers.
• Measles. With this infectious (contagious!) disease, a red rash spreading throughout the body “merges” into entire red areas that take on an irregular shape. But this happens only on the 3-4th day after the onset of the disease. It is preceded by a cough with a runny nose, photophobia and fever. Over time, the color of the rash turns brown, and the skin begins to peel and crumble. The illness period is about 2 weeks.
• Rubella. It is also a contagious disease, characterized by the appearance of small red spots a week (on average) after the infection itself. During illness, the temperature usually does not rise (in children), the color of the spots is pink, and the areas where the rash is localized are the face and chest, as well as the back.
• Scarlet fever (streptococcus). The pathogen enters both by airborne droplets and through dirt (toys and clothes, unwashed vegetables). The disease manifests itself as fever, characteristic sore throat and red spots. The areas where the spots are localized are the face, groin and armpits. Scarlet fever is usually treated with antibiotics.
• Erythema. In this case, the disease begins with small dots on the face, gradually forming into spots that already “migrate” to the body and limbs. The pathogen (Chamer microorganisms) enters the child's body with the air. The illness period is 10-14 days. It goes away on its own.
• Molluscum contagiosum. Unfortunately, this disease often overtakes children today, and parents almost panic - “what is this?!” The answer is simple: a viral disease. It appears as large red spots (with a weakened immune system) - round pea-shaped balls. There is no itching during the disease, and there is no pain either. In most cases it goes away on its own.
• Urticaria. Urticaria is not considered a disease - it is rather a reaction of the body. Moreover, as a rule, it is allergic and accompanied by itching, with large red spots and, sometimes, their swelling. Such symptoms can manifest themselves both with ordinary allergies (foods, medications, etc.) and as a result of serious food poisoning (in the case of the latter, it is better to go to the hospital, because the main symptoms of poisoning may appear a little later).
• Roseola nursery. The causative agent is herpes type 6. Associated symptoms are fever and red spots that appear after the fever subsides. The period of illness is a week.
• Pityriasis rosea . This fungal infection manifests itself after swimming in the pool, after contact with a sick animal, and even as a result of extreme heat (from prickly heat and overheating). Sometimes it is accompanied by enlargement of the baby’s lymph nodes and fever.

First aid for redness and irritation on a child’s skin – when should you see a doctor?

What to do if your baby is covered in red spots?

It all depends on the reason.

In most cases, unless we are talking about a disease that requires serious treatment, the following helps:

• We exclude contacts with allergens. We replace children's wardrobes exclusively with natural fabrics. We purchase cosmetic products only from trusted brands - without irritants in the composition. We remove all foods from the diet that can cause such a reaction.
• We wash the baby regularly - every time after changing the diaper! And we regularly take baths. They will help in the fight against skin irritation. Chamomile and string have proven themselves to be the best.
• We do not overheat the child. “A hundred clothes” on a toddler in a warm apartment can lead not only to redness, but also to overheating. Dress your child according to the temperature indoors and outdoors.
• Choose loose clothing for your child. Clothes should not interfere with movements and especially not rub the skin.
• Rinse thoroughly and then iron the clothes. Residues of washing powder on clothes can cause allergies, and with the help of an iron you eliminate germs and bacteria from children's underwear. In addition, ironing eliminates folds, unevenness and roughness that can rub baby's skin.
• Don't use diapers without urgent need.
• Use the funds , reducing the risk of prickly heat or diaper rash.
• Don't forget about protective creams when children's skin becomes too dry and in cold weather.

Of course, in serious cases, a bath with a series will not help. Therefore, if red spots appear, you should not delay visiting the doctor.

Contact your pediatrician and dermatologist, specialists know better how to treat redness, and what is the reason for their appearance.

As for preparations for external use (to eliminate itching, irritation, redness), you can pay attention to...

• Menthol oil and boromenthol : Elimination of itching, cooling and refreshing effect.
• D-panthenol: elimination of itching, skin regeneration, hydration. An ideal product for babies.
• Bepanten: also a very good drug for toddlers. Healing effect, elimination of dryness, itching, quick solution to the problem of irritation.
• BoroPlus: eliminates skin dryness and redness, softens, heals.
• Fenistil-gel : relieves swelling, relieves itching and irritation (note: for allergic skin reactions).
• Zinc ointment (cheap and effective).
• Nezulin ointment: antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory effect, elimination of itching.

If you suspect a viral infection, be sure to call a doctor! In this case, it is not recommended to take the baby to the clinic– you can infect other babies.

And even more so, calling a doctor is mandatory if...

• Temperature rise.
• Apathy and lethargy.
• Runny nose with cough and watery eyes.
• Severe drowsiness and headache.
• A rash on the body accompanied by itching.

Features of the treatment of red spots and irritation on the skin of a child

Unlike adults, childhood skin diseases manifest themselves a little differently. Therefore, it is important to be extremely careful not to miss swelling, blisters and other changes in the usual allergic spots on the skin.

The website warns: the information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Do not self-medicate under any circumstances! If red spots appear on your child’s skin and alarming symptoms, consult your doctor!

Any rash on the skin of babies alarms their parents. In essence, they reflect the internal ill-being of the body and signal problems. Spots are limited areas of discolored skin. They do not protrude above the skin, unlike acne. So, let’s learn about the reasons for the appearance of such changes in different parts of the child’s body.

On arms and legs

Sometimes the causes of red hands are psychological factors. Some children become covered with red spots from nervous tension or stress, because their blood vessels spasm. In this case, spots appear on the hands, and sometimes on the face. When the excitement passes, the skin also returns to normal. In this case, we can advise teaching the child to take everything calmly and be self-confident.

Another reason for the appearance of red spots on the arms and legs is insect bites. Mosquitoes sting those parts of the body that are not protected by clothing. These are hands and feet in the summer. Children either scratch such places, or they themselves turn red, since the skin is sensitive. You can wipe the bite areas with a vinegar solution. If we are talking about bee stings, then a sting may remain in the wound canal. This is what causes swelling and redness. It is necessary to remove the sting and lubricate the skin with Miramistin or Syntomycin ointment to avoid infection.

On the stomach and back

Allergic red spots may appear near the navel and under the breasts, or they indicate infectious diseases. Red spots also appear on the child’s back due to allergies. It could even be a skin reaction to a synthetic T-shirt after the baby has sweated. Sometimes allergies to medications appear on the back and stomach.

If we are talking about an infant, then toxic erythema appears in these areas of the body (and more often on the stomach). It disappears without any treatment after a few days. Careful hygiene measures speed up the process.

All over the body

The most common cause of such a rash is allergies. First of all, you need to establish what exactly it appears on and eliminate the allergen. If the red spots on the child’s body are itchy and he is breathing heavily, then taking antihistamines is essential.

Red rashes all over the body are also signs of infectious diseases:

1. Measles. It begins with fever, cough, conjunctivitis. Red rashes appear on days 2-3, first on the face, then on the torso and limbs. When spots appear, a second temperature flash is observed.
2. Chicken pox. In this case, the spots do not have a specific localization. They appear on the tongue and on the head. Red pimples with chickenpox protrude slightly above the skin, and fluid appears in them. Redness should be treated with brilliant green. Then they dry out and turn into crusts.
3. Rubella. Spots on the skin appear on the first day of the disease and quickly spread throughout the body from top to bottom. Most of them are localized on the extensor surfaces of the arms and legs, and on the buttocks.
4. Scarlet fever. With this disease, the spots are small. They are bright red and very itchy. The distribution area is the whole body. The only exception is the so-called scarlet triangle - the chin and the skin above the upper lip.
5. Erythema infectiosum. It begins as an acute respiratory viral infection, and spots appear only on the 2-3rd day. In this case, they look like raised red dots on the child’s body. The infection appears first on the cheeks, so the baby looks as if he had been slapped.
6. Roseola. The problem is typical for newborns. First, the baby's temperature rises and a fever begins. It recedes within 2-3 days. Red maculopapular rashes appear on the face, limbs, and neck.

Red spots in a child appear and disappear

If redness appears on the skin in children under one year old, then most likely this is diathesis. In this case, the rash causes a lot of inconvenience to the baby. The spots are located on the limbs, on the face, and in the groin. They itch, peel, and become wet, which prevents children from sleeping and staying awake. Diathesis occurs more often in those children who are bottle-fed. Also, spots can be a manifestation of an allergy to certain foods. For example, if a baby ate an orange, a rash appeared. They may go away on their own as long as the child no longer eats the fruit. And after the next time you eat an orange, the situation repeats. This is how mothers determine the sources of food allergies. In this case, doctors recommend drinking Enterosgel for a week.

The appearance and subsequent independent disappearance of red spots can also be caused by the sun. This is how photodermatosis manifests itself. A child may have such a reaction to frost: when going outside, red patches of skin appear. They disappear after warming up. In this case, only hardening can be recommended.

If spots of any size and in any part of the body appear in children, you should contact a pediatrician to determine the exact cause and prescribe proper treatment.

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How to figure out what kind of rash a child has? Below you will find photos with explanations of the main skin diseases in children.
Have you been caught off guard by baby diaper rashes more than once? Or red dots on the baby’s palms? Now you won’t have any questions about what kind of rash your child has.

Baby acne

Small white pimples typically appear on the cheeks and sometimes on the forehead, chin and even the back of a newborn. May be surrounded by reddish skin. Acne can appear from the first days to 4 weeks of age.

Erythema toxicum
The rash is characterized by small yellow or white bumps on a reddened area of ​​the skin. It can appear anywhere on the child's body. The rash disappears on its own within two weeks and is often found in newborns, usually on the 2nd to 5th day of their life.

Erythema infectiosum (Fifth disease)
In the initial stage, there is fever, aches and cold symptoms, and in the following days bright pink spots appear on the cheeks and a red, itchy rash on the chest and feet.

Most often, this rash occurs in preschoolers and first-graders.

Folliculitis
Pimples or crusty pustules appear around the hair follicles. They are usually located on the neck, armpit or groin area. Rarely found in children under 2 years of age.

Rash on hands, feet and around mouth
They are characterized by fever, lack of appetite, sore throat, and painful blistering wounds in the mouth. The rash may appear on the feet, palms of the hands, and sometimes on the buttocks. At first, the rash appears as small, flat, red dots that may develop into bumps or blisters. Happens at any age, but is most common among preschoolers.

Hives
Raised, red patches of skin characterized by itching may appear and disappear on their own. Usually they appear from several hours to several days, but there are cases when they drag on for up to weeks or months. They can appear at any age.

Impetigo
Small red bumps that may itch. They often appear near the nose and mouth, but can spread to other areas of the body. Over time, the bumps become ulcers, which can break out and become covered with a soft yellow-brown crust. As a result, the child may develop a fever and swollen lymph nodes in the neck. Impetigo most often occurs in children aged 2 to 6 years.

Jaundice
The rash in children is characterized by a yellow tint to the skin. In dark-skinned children, jaundice can be identified by the whites of the eyes, palms or feet. It is most common in children in the first and second weeks of life, as well as in premature infants.

Measles
This illness begins with fever, runny nose, red watery eyes and cough. After a few days, small red dots with a white base appear on the inside of the cheeks, and then the rash appears on the face, spreading to the chest and back, arms and legs with feet. At the initial stage, the rash is flat, red, and gradually becomes lumpy and itchy. This continues for about 5 days, and then the rash turns brown, the skin dries out and begins to peel. Most common among children who have not been vaccinated against measles.

mile
Miles are small white or yellow bumps on the nose, chin and cheeks. Often found in newborns. Symptoms go away on their own within a few weeks.

Molluscum contagiosum
The rashes have a hemispherical shape. The color matches normal skin color or is slightly pinker, having a pinkish-orange tint with a pearlescent tip. In the middle of the hemisphere there is a depression somewhat reminiscent of a human navel.

Unusual for children under one year of age.

Papular urticaria
These are small, raised rashes on the skin that become thicker and reddish-brown over time. They occur at the site of old insect bites and are usually accompanied by severe itching. They can appear at any age.

Poison ivy or sumac
Initially, small patches or patches of swollen and itchy red patches appear on the skin. The manifestation occurs after 12-48 hours from the moment of contact with a poisonous plant, but there are cases of a rash appearing within a week after contact. Over time, the rash develops into a blister and crusts over. Sumac is not typical for children under one year old.

Rubella
As a rule, the first symptom is a sharp increase in temperature (39.4), which does not subside for the first 3-5 days. A pink rash then appears on the torso and neck, later spreading to the arms, legs and face. The baby may be fussy, vomit, or have symptoms of diarrhea. Most often occurs between the ages of 6 months and 3 years.

Ringworm
A rash in the form of one or several red rings, the size of a penny with denominations from 10 to 25 kopecks. The rings are usually dry and scaly at the edges and smooth in the center and can grow over time. It can also appear as dandruff or small bald spots on the scalp. Most common in children 2 years of age and older.

Measles rubella
A bright pink rash that appears first on the face, and then spreads to the entire body and lasts 2-3 days. Your child may have a fever, swollen lymph nodes behind the ears, a stuffy or runny nose, a headache, and a sore throat. Vaccination reduces the risk of contracting rubella measles.

Scabies
Red rashes that are accompanied by severe itching usually occur between the fingers, around the wrist, in the armpits and under the diaper, around the elbows. May also appear on the kneecap, palms, soles, scalp or face. The rash may cause the appearance of white or red mesh marks, as well as the appearance of small blisters on the skin areas near the rash. The itching is most intense after taking a hot bath or at night, preventing the child from sleeping. Can occur at any age.

Scarlet fever
The rash begins as hundreds of tiny red dots on the armpits, neck, chest and groin and quickly spreads throughout the body. The rash feels like sandpaper and may be itchy. It may also be accompanied by fever and redness of the throat. During the initial stage of infection, the tongue may have a white or yellowish coating, which later turns red. The roughness on the tongue increases and gives the impression of a rash. This condition is commonly called strawberry tongue. Your child's tonsils may become swollen and red. As the rash disappears, peeling of the skin occurs, especially in the groin area and on the arms. Scarlet fever rarely occurs in children under 2 years of age.

Warts
Small, grain-like bumps appear one at a time or in groups, usually on the arms, but can spread to the entire body. Warts are usually a similar shade to your skin tone, but may be slightly lighter or darker, with a black dot in the middle. Small, flat warts can appear all over the body, but in children they most often appear on the face.
There are also plantar warts.

Such defects disappear on their own, but this process can take from several months to several years. Warts are not common in children under 2 years of age.

What are the reasons for the appearance of red spots on a child’s body? In fact, there are many of them: from insect bites to serious infectious diseases. Let us consider in detail each of the possible causes of stains.

The appearance of red spots on a child's skin is not uncommon. Forums dedicated to motherhood are full of messages asking for help in determining the causes of the disease. Let's try to put together all the most common versions of the appearance of red spots.

Allergy

When you see skin redness, the first thing that comes to mind is an allergy, that is, increased sensitivity of the body to certain substances, accompanied by certain reactions, in our case – spots.

An allergic rash or spots (red or pink) appear concentrated or all over the body. Allergies occur for the following reasons:

Eating foods – eggs, shrimp, fruits or berries, juices, sweets. Separately, it is worth noting milk allergy - this is one of the most common allergies in children, about 2-5% of children have this disease. Milk intolerance is combined with intolerance to beef and veal.

Contact with household chemicals - powder, children's cosmetics.

Interaction with new objects - clothes, toys, bedding, diapers.

The spots may be the result of an allergic reaction

Insect bites

The second most common cause of stains is mosquito bites and midges. In this case, swelling at the bite sites, obvious itching or even pain (when bitten by stinging insects) are characteristic.

Chickenpox

A contagious and widespread disease. Transmitted after contact with an infected person (object).

The incubation period of chickenpox lasts up to three weeks, after which the temperature rises sharply to 40 degrees - in this case the child becomes lethargic and apathetic. Gradually, red spots appear on the body, degenerating into itchy blisters. The most striking foci of the rash appear between the fingers, in the armpits, feet, and even on the oral mucosa. The spots itch, especially intensely at night.

In young children, chickenpox is not always accompanied by a high fever. It happens that the temperature only slightly exceeds 37 degrees. It happens that a child with chickenpox has no temperature at all.

Prickly heat

A small rash, more like one large rough red spot, occurs for a number of reasons:

hot weather or a hot room in which the child is located for most of the day;

synthetic clothing;

3. use of creams in the hot season;

1. due to rarely performed hygiene procedures.

Heat rash goes away only through proper care of your baby’s skin. The rash itself does not bother the child with itching or pain.

Measles

Measles is an infectious disease. It occurs 7-2 days after contact with a sick person.

Measles does not start with a rash. For four days of illness, the child has a high body temperature (up to 40 degrees), accompanied by a runny nose, hoarseness, cough, swelling of the eyelids, photophobia, and conjunctivitis. On the fifth day of the disease, many pinkish spots appear on the body - they unevenly merge into spots of irregular shape.

The rash spreads throughout the body from top to bottom: first behind the ears, then on the face and neck, then the body, arms, and finally the legs. During this period the temperature remains high.

At the last stage, the rash disappears, leaving behind flaky brown spots. Pigmentation completely disappears two weeks after appearance.

Rubella

This is an infectious disease characterized by a high degree of contagiousness. Rubella is transmitted by airborne droplets. The child becomes contagious a week before the rash appears!

Rubella is characterized by small pink spots distributed throughout the body. The largest clusters of spots appear on the child's face, back and chest. Often a rash occurs on the oral mucosa. The redness does not last long - after three days there is no trace left of it.

Rubella in children is rarely accompanied by fever.

Rubella may begin asymptomatically

Scarlet fever

This is an infectious disease caused by streptococcus. Scarlet fever is manifested by fever and sore throat. After three days, a small rash appears on the child’s body, which is very itchy. The rash is especially pronounced on the skin folds - in the groin, armpits. The only place where there are no red spots is the nasolabial triangle.

On the fifth day of illness, the skin turns pale and severe peeling begins.

Erythema (fifth disease)

Erythema is an abnormal redness of the skin in the form of irregular red spots or rashes that occurs due to a strong rush of blood to the capillaries. Non-physiological erythema of Chamera occurs due to pravovirus.

From the first days of the disease, a small rash appears on the face, gradually developing into a large red spot. After this, the rash spreads to the skin of the arms, legs, and torso. Over time, the spots become pale and then disappear completely. Erythema is often accompanied by a slight fever. The illness lasts about two weeks.

Infection with erythema of Chamera occurs through airborne droplets.

Molluscum contagiosum

This is a viral disease that often occurs in infancy. Molluscum contagiosum appears in the form of rounded nodules of a reddish hue. These nodules are dense to the touch and no larger than a pea.

At first, only one nodule appears on the child’s body. After some time, other peas appear - the more peas, the worse the immune system. The nodules do not itch and there is no pain when touching them. In most cases, molluscum contagiosum goes away without drug treatment.

Human skin can be called an indicator of health. This is especially true for a small child, whose skin is very sensitive to any changes - both in external conditions and in the general condition of the internal organs and systems of the body.

Skin rashes can be of different types. Some of them are not dangerous, others are a signal of the development of an allergic, infectious or autoimmune process. You cannot ignore a rash in a child or treat it yourself without finding out the root cause.

Skin rashes are a very common occurrence in young children.

Types of rashes in babies

In dermatology, there are three large groups into which all possible skin rashes in infants are divided:

1. Physiological. This type of rash occurs in newborns. Rashes appear on the body as a result of hormonal changes occurring in the body.
2. Immunological. It is a consequence of exposure to various irritating factors on the epidermis, such as allergens, temperature or friction. Such rashes include urticaria, prickly heat, an allergic reaction, or atopic dermatitis. Violation of basic hygiene rules can also lead to unwanted manifestations.
3. Infectious. A rash is a symptom accompanying a certain infectious (viral) disease, for example, chicken pox or scarlet fever (more details in the article:).

Causes of rashes

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There are many reasons why rashes may appear on the head, face, arms, legs, sternum, back or back of the head. The most likely are:

1. Viral diseases. These include measles, rubella, chickenpox, and mononucleosis.
2. Diseases of bacterial etiology. For example, scarlet fever.
3. Allergy. Food products, hygiene products, clothing, household chemicals, perfumes and cosmetics, and insect bites can cause an allergic reaction.
4. Mechanical damage to the epidermis. If the wound is treated insufficiently, irritation of the skin around it may begin, manifested in the form of pimples, white spots, colorless blisters, goosebumps, red or pink spots.
5. Problems with blood clotting. In this situation, the rash consists of small hemorrhages characteristic of meningococcal meningitis.

So, rashes in babies come in different types and have different etiologies. It is not worthwhile to independently diagnose and determine the type of rash using photos from the Internet, even with good explanations. This should be done by a specialist.

Diseases accompanied by rashes

Any type of rash on the body is a symptom of the disease. They can be very different in appearance. The rash can be papular, pinpoint or, conversely, in the form of large dots or pimples. It comes in a variety of colors, ranging from clear or white to bright red. The characteristics that describe rashes directly depend on their etiology or the illness that they accompany.

Dermatological diseases

Among the diseases of dermatological etiology, the symptoms of which are a variety of rashes, the following can be noted:

• dermatoses (for example,);
• psoriasis;
• eczema;
• candidiasis and other diseases of the epidermis.

Almost always, skin diseases are caused by problems with internal organs and systems combined with exposure to external factors. For example, neurodermatitis can be triggered by malfunctions of the nervous and endocrine systems due to decreased immunity. In such a situation, complex therapy is required using medications, and not just ointments or creams.

As for psoriasis, at the initial stage it looks like an allergic reaction, but over time the plaques acquire a characteristic appearance. Another name for the disease is lichen planus. Psoriasis and eczema are very rare in children of one month of age. Genetic predisposition to these diseases only after 2 years.

Allergic reaction

One of the main symptoms of allergies is a rash. A negative reaction is the result of taking medications or eating certain foods. Having different shapes and sizes, the rashes can spread throughout the body, including the face, chest, and limbs.

The main characteristic difference between an allergy rash is that it increases in severity when exposed to an allergen and disappears after eliminating the irritant. Another feature is the presence of severe itching.

The most common manifestations of an allergic rash are:

1. . Occurs due to foods, medications and temperature factors. Sometimes it is impossible to determine the true cause of hives.
2. . It is a papular red rash that, as it develops, merges and becomes crusty. It most often occurs on the face, cheeks and places where the arms and legs are bent. Accompanied by itching.

Infectious diseases

Quite often, a rash is a sign of an infectious disease. The most famous of them:

1. . The child develops characteristic watery blisters, which dry out and form a crust. They are characterized by itching. The temperature may also rise, but sometimes the disease goes away without it.
2. . The main symptoms are enlarged lymph nodes in the neck and a rash in the form of small red spots or dots that first appear on the face and then move to the neck, shoulders and then spread throughout the body.
3. . It appears as round spots and nodules behind the ears, spreading throughout the body. The disease is also accompanied by peeling, pigmentation disorders, fever, conjunctivitis, cough and photophobia.
4. . Initially, the rashes are localized on the cheeks, then move to the limbs, chest and torso. Gradually the rash becomes paler. Scarlet fever is also characterized by a bright red coloration of the palate and tongue.
5. . It starts with an increase in temperature. The fever lasts about three days, after which a pinpoint red rash appears on the body.
6. . It is characterized by a red rash that is very itchy.

Rashes in a newborn

The sensitive skin of newborns is most susceptible to negative external influences. Among the most common cases of rashes on the body of a baby are:

1. . It usually appears in a child due to heat as a result of overheating and difficulty sweating. Most often, this type of rash forms on the head, in particular under the hair, on the face, in the folds of the skin, where diaper rash is present. Rashes are blisters and spots that do not cause discomfort to the child (see also:).
2. . Inflamed papules and pustules affect the face, scalp under the hair and neck. They are a consequence of the activation of the sebaceous glands through maternal hormones. Such acne usually does not need to be treated, but quality care and moisturizing of the skin should be provided. They pass without a trace, leaving no scars or pale spots.
3. . It appears in the form of papules and pustules, having a white-yellow color, with a diameter of 1 to 2 mm, surrounded by a red rim. They appear on the second day of life, then gradually go away on their own.

How to determine the disease by the location of the rash?

One of the important characteristics of rashes on the body is their localization. It is by what part of the body the spots, dots or pimples are located that one can determine the nature of the problem and the disease that became the root cause of their appearance.

Naturally, this is not the only parameter that is necessary to establish an accurate diagnosis, but it is quite possible to reduce the number of variants of ailments. However, a dermatologist should analyze the factors that caused the appearance of a rash on a particular part of the body and how to treat it in order to avoid serious consequences of self-medication.

Rash on face

One of the parts of the body that is most susceptible to various types of dermatitis is the face.

In addition to the fact that the appearance of small pimples or spots on the face indicates pathologies in the body, such defects also become an aesthetic problem.

The reasons why the rash affects the facial area can be very diverse:

1. Reaction to sunlight. Occurs with prolonged exposure to the sun.
2. Allergy. It can be caused by cosmetics, for example, creams containing citrus oils. Food is also often the cause.
3. Prickly heat. It is observed in infants one year of age and younger with poor quality skin care.
4. Diathesis. It affects children who are breastfed.
5. Puberty in adolescents.
6. Infectious diseases. Among them are measles, rubella and scarlet fever.

Rashes all over the body

Quite often, the rash affects more than one specific area, but spreads throughout almost the entire body.

If a child is covered with various kinds of rashes, this indicates:

1. Erythema toxic. The rash affects 90% of the body. Disappears within 3 days after toxins are removed.
2. Newborn acne (we recommend reading:). Bathing with baby soap, air baths, care and proper nutrition are the solution to this problem.
3. Allergic reaction. It can manifest itself as urticaria or contact dermatitis on any part of the body where there was contact with the allergen.
4. Infections. If nothing has changed in the child’s diet and habits, then the possible cause of the rash is an infectious disease.

Red dots on arms and legs

As for the rash on the extremities, its main cause is usually an allergy. These allergic manifestations especially affect the hands. They can remain on the skin for a long time if the child experiences constant stress, emotional distress and fatigue. If left untreated, the problem can develop into eczema.

Another reason why your hands and feet may become itchy is a fungal disease (such as psoriasis, scabies or lupus). In cases where there is no rash in other places, a simple miliaria is possible.

Rash on the stomach

The main factor that can trigger the appearance of a rash on the abdomen is infection, in particular, such well-known diseases as measles, rubella, scarlet fever and chicken pox. With timely and competent treatment, the rash begins to disappear within 3-4 days.

Usually, in addition to the abdomen, the skin is affected in other places. However, if the rash is present exclusively on the abdomen, then contact dermatitis is most likely caused by an allergen coming into contact with the baby's tummy.

Rashes on the head and neck

A rash on the head or neck is most often a result of heat rash. In this case, the child’s thermoregulation should be normalized and proper skin care should be provided. You can also smear the affected areas with ointments and bathe the baby in a series.

Other reasons for the appearance of a rash in these places include:

• chicken pox;
• scabies (we recommend reading:);
• neonatal pustulosis;
• atopic dermatitis.

Red dots on the back

The most common causes of red spots on the back and shoulders are:

• allergy;
• prickly heat;
• insect bites;
• measles;
• rubella (we recommend reading:);
• scarlet fever.

Two more probable diseases associated with such a place of localization of red dots as the back are: