Can Allergies Cause A Rash On Face Of Child?
A rash is a change in the color or texture of the skin. A skin rash can be flat, bumpy, scaly, red, skin-colored, or slightly lighter or darker than skin color.
Alternative Names
Baby rash; Miliaria; Prickly heat
Considerations
Most bumps and blotches on a newborn baby are harmless and clear up by themselves.
By far the most common skin problem in infants is diaper rash. Diaper rash is an irritation of the skin caused by dampness, urine, or feces. Most babies who wear diapers will have...
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