Patient's question:
I don't know what's going on, but my child has been misbehaving lately and crying non-stop. Even the hospital check-up didn't help. What should I do if the baby develops a rash after a fever and doesn't drink water?Doctor's answer:
It is a viral infection that typically causes a fever lasting 2-5 days. After the fever subsides, red rashes appear on the body in the following order: face, neck, torso, and limbs. All rashes usually appear within 24 hours. By the time the rash appears, the illness is almost over. The rash generally resolves on its own within about 2 days. Your child's symptoms closely match the typical pattern of fever followed by rash, which is characteristic of roseola. No treatment is needed. However, it's important to ensure your child gets plenty of rest, maintains good nutrition, drinks plenty of fluids, and keeps their skin clean to avoid catching a cold. Avoid crowded places. Once a person has had this illness, they usually don't get it again. Your child should have recovered by now.