Rashes in babies and children
Many things can cause a rash in babies and children, and they’re often nothing to worry about.
The NHS provide support for identifying some of the common rashes in babies and children.
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NHS: Rashes in babies and childrenNHS vaccinations and when to have them
It’s important that vaccines are given on time for the best protection. Check the dates your child needs to have their vaccinations by and contact your GP.
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NHS vaccinations and when to have themStart for Life
Trusted NHS help and advice during pregnancy, birth and parenthood.
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Start for LifeFever in Children
A fever is a high temperature. As a general rule, in children, a temperature of over 37.5C (99.5F) is a fever. A high temperature can be caused by many different things but it usually an indication of an infection. It is also common for children to have a slight fever after receiving their childhood immunisations.
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High temperature (fever)Child Safeguarding
Information on who can provide support and who you should report a concern to can be found in the leaflet below.
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Safeguarding children leaflet (PDF)Slapped Cheek Syndrome
Slapped cheek syndrome is a viral infection that’s most common in children, It usually causes a bright red rash to develop on the cheeks.
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Head lice are tiny insects that live in human hair. They’re particularly common in children.
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