how long with the scarletina rash last for? my son has had the flaky skin for over a week and it is very itchy
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Help for sleepless parents Encyclopedia Index  S  scarletina  | Search  \n\nscarletina\nScarletina is a rash caused by infection somewhere in the body (usually the throat but often other places) with the Group A beta-hemolytic Streptococcus germ. (Scarlet fever is the full blown syndrome of untreated Strep infection with a much worse rash.) There are many strains of Streptococcus germ; this is the one that causes this rash. The immune system forms antibodies that cross react with not only parts of the Strep germ that act as a toxin but also normal tissues in the blood vessels of the body. When this happens in the skin, the blood vessels are injured, dilate, and a characteristic red, sandpapery rash develops. It is often first noted in the underpants area - where the skin stays the warmest. \n\nIf you suspect this rash, even in a child with no complaint of sore throat, you should get medical attention for proper diagnosis and treatment with complete course of an antibiotic. Group A Strep infections carry a small but definite risk of further reaction with the heart (rheumatic fever), which can cause permanent damage to the heart valves, or with the kidneys, causing dangerously high blood pressure (acute glomerulonephritis), or with the brain, causing a bizarre movement disorder (chorea, pronounced like Korea). The scarletina rash is also something to watch out for in any child with chickenpox because it may indicate a secondary infection with this potentially bad-acting germ. Call your doctor right away if you see a scarletina rash with known or suspected chickenpox.\n\nA week or two after the rash fades you may notice some peeling of the skin especially of the arms and chest, and perhaps even peeling of the fingers and toes if the rash was severe. This is normal and harmless
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It sounds like hives, an allergic reaction to something, also known as contact dermatitis.  These hives can last up to 6 weeks!  I know I got them on my legs from god knows what.  If they get worse or if they are just bugging you you should see a doc and they can give you oral and/or topical medication to clear it up.
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HI. YOU CAN TRY HYDROCORTIZONE. MY DAUGHTER HAS EXZEMA AND SOMETIMES HER SKIN GETS CRACKED, THE DOCTOR SAID IT IS FINE WITH MINORS CUTS AND SCRAPES. ( IT IS AN ANTI ITCH CREAM). GOOD LUCK.
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I wonder if the itching is due to the flaking, or if it's all due to some kind of skin irritation.  Before trying cortisone or anything else, I would try an unscented moisturizing lotion for a while.
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Do you think it might be important to know where they are on your son?  How old your son is?  How they showed up?  Any other details about these bumps or any symptoms associated?  I left my crystal ball in my other sport coat.  Give details and I'll edit my answer later or tomorrow.\n\nIf there are many surface, possibly coalescing, "pus bumps" with a reddened base...this sounds like a contact dermatitis, like poison ivy or poison oak, but sometimes people can have strong reactions to other chemical agents etc...you didn't mention that there was itching, though.  You should use Domeboro solution - it is available at your local drug store.\n\nIf the pus bumps are associated with a hair follicle then this sounds like a folliculitis.  Essentially it is an infection of the hair shaft.  Oral or topical antibiotics are useful.  It is from the bacteria that is normally found on the skin.\n\nAlright that's the best I can guess given the information.  If it doesn't sound right, of course taking him into his pediatrician is a very good idea.  Good luck.
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How big are the rashes (dime sized? palm sized?)? How long have you had them? Are they symetrical? Have you been exposed to anything recently that may have caused them, such as poison ivy or poison oak? Have you bitten by anything recently? Need a LOT more information before anyone could begin to guess at what it may be.\n\nThere are hundreds of different types of rashes, and many have multiple causes, so without better info it is very difficult to think of what it might be. It can run the gamut from cancerous lesions to hives. Sorry can't be of more help.
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I had chicken pox(yes, confirmed by Doc, not shingles) when I was 23. It started out with feeling unwell then turned into pleurisy(inflammation of the lining of the lungs)and I whistled like a tea kettle and could not inhale deeply without doubling over.The next day the spots appeared. My sons were 1 and 4 at the time and I gave it to them. It lasted for weeks and I had to go to the doctors every other day so he could make sure I did not get pneumonia. I had them on my palms, my soles of my feet, even my gums!(couldn't brush because they'd pop and spread.) I laid on the couch sick as a dog for 2 weeks until the baby got them too.He was relentless because every time I would lay down he would come pick my spots.I have 3 scars on my face from him. We laugh about this now that he's 11 but it wasn't fun at the time.
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it is probably ring worm or mange, you can put some jock itch cream on it and it should clear up in a week
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There is no sure cause, though it probably has to do with allergies and a child's immature immune system. The best treatment is to reduce any irritants such as detergents, fabric softener, jewelry, etc. Also key is to keep skin moisturized.
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I want you to get yourself - F.A.S.T. to a  Skin Specialist! Steroids are so,so, dangerous to take continually and it appears they are not working. I do not wish to alarm you, but I believe you have a  "strep" virus. This virus, if it invades your blood stream can/and has killed. My mother had the same symptoms as you have. Is it itchy? I bet it is. They treated my mother with steroids and prednisone - but this "virus" entered her blood stream and after 4-days in a coma, God took my mother HOME. Get a handle on this "rash" NOW. It could be the "flesh eating disease", which has been in our countries/hospitals for over 20-years. A test is simple - it is called a "culture and sensitivity" - swabs will be taken of the infection and cultured and allowed to grow for a minimum of 48-hr, then the Bacteriologist will test different antibiotics for the most effective. Get this TEST right away! and don't put this off. A prolonged use of steroids will effect your health in many Negative ways. Good Luck and take my advice.
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What is a DIAPER RASH?\n- "Diaper rash" refers a number of different skin conditions and rashes in the diaper area.\n\nCommon symptoms of a DIAPER RASH\n- Red, itchy, scaly rash patches in the diaper area and legs (atopic dermatitis).\n- Redness around the anus (perianal dermatitis).\n- Bright red and tender rash and/or spots in the folds between the thighs and abdomen with pustules spreading from the area (candidal dermatitis).\n- Redness and chafing where friction is greatest but not in the skin folds (chafing dermatitis).\n- Deep red rash with yellowish scales (saborrheic dermatitis).\n\nWhat are some causes of a DIAPER RASH?\n- Common causes of a diaper rash include excess moisture, chemical irritants, allergies to specific foods, bacteria from feces and urine, fungus, and friction from diapers and clothing.\n\nPrevention of a DIAPER RASH\n- Diapers should be changed and the area cleaned and allowed to dry as soon as possible after soiling or wetting.\n- The skin should be exposed to the open air for 5 to 10 minutes following each diaper change.\n- The use of plastic pants should be avoided or at least limited and diapers should not be too tight.\n- Changing of diaper brands may be considered with chronic diaper rash breakouts.\n- Irritants should be avoided or removed by washing with warm water and cotton balls and patting dry.\n\n    A physician should be contacted if:\n    -the rash becomes very red, raw, or sore looking.\n    -the rash has blisters, pustules, pus, peeling areas, or crusty patches.\n    -the rash is mainly in the skin creases possibly indicating a yeast infection.\n    -a significant rash lasts longer than a couple of days. \n\nTreatment of a DIAPER RASH\n- Diapers should be changed frequently.\n- The skin around the diaper area should be gently cleansed at every diaper change with warm water and patted dry.\n- The use of a skin protectant may be needed.  These products help create a barrier between the skin and the irritant. (Specific products may be recommended by a physician or pharmacist.)\n- A pediatrician may prescribe an antibiotic or anti-fungal cream for more severe cases.\n- The use of boric acid, corn starch or talc should be avoided.
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Hmmm...\n\nI still think they are hives.  A minor case may only stay around for a day or two.  Hard to tell, but if they really start bothering you, go to a free clinic, to be safe.\nYour health is more important than money.\n\n Another possibility is ringworm ( a fungus), but I think it stays for a while without medicine.\n\nHere is another idea.  Go to your nearest pharmacy the next time you break out.  Then ask the pharmacist what he thinks you can put on it.  He/she might recognize the rash and be able to help you...\n\nGood luck!  Let me know ok?
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You didn't say how old she is.  Children can get viral syndromes which cause a red rash.  Roseola is one they get, in which they may have a fever and be a little ill, then often the fever drops, and they break out in a red rash.  It is contagious to them, but relatively harmless, nothing special to do for it.  Of course measles causes a red rash.  They will be sick for a few days before they break out.  We don't see it much, with the vaccine being given to most.  They will get pretty sick with measles.  You just keep their skin clean so they don't get secondary infection, and give them a liquid diet, something they can hold down.  If they get worse, they need to see a doctor, as they could have secondary pneumonia, or even measles encephalitis, which is a rare complication.  I suppose you might know what hives looks like.  Hives is big splotches of elevated reddish "wheals", that usually itch.  It is usually an allergic reaction to something, and we usually can't tell what.  We just treat it with benadryl and steroids and it gets better.  These are the most common things.  Of course you can get a rash with an allergic reaction to something, such as to an antibiotic.  There are more rare types of skin outbreak, like Stevens-Johnson syndrome.  If the skin starts breaking down and looking really "angry", it could be that.  They usually get that as an allergic reaction to some drug, and it requires high dose steroids to combat.  Hope this helps.  It probably is just a mild virus like Roseola, and will go away on its own. If it is bad or gets worse, have her seen in ER.
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It is a infectious disease-mostly kids get--with a rash on feet, hands and mouth--it goes away in about 14 days--no big deal
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I'm sure your dermatologist has given him topical meds. you and him just have to learn to live with this basically.  Hopefully he will grow out of it.\n\nI had it as a child age 3 to 21.  I was on every med. there was, the aveno baths, gloves at nite (I would itch and weep) I went thru school poorly treated by the other children. Did the sweat thing too, was hospitalized probably around 6 times it became so bad.  From head to toe.\n\nAt 21, it was gone, only to reappear in small patches periodically over the years.  Still at times I need a topical med. \n\nI wish you all the luck in the world, and do hope it will be like mine,\nthat was then this is now.  None of my children have it, nor do there children.\n\nSo this is a positive story!
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You might have a reaction to it, including a rash. But any effects probably will not last for longer than a week. If you do get a rash and it bothers you, you can get OTC cream that should help.\n\nMany ants carry tiny amounts of poison, which can't really do a whole lot to most people. If you get more serious reaction than a slight rash, contact your doctor as you might be having an allergic reaction.\n\nIn reality, don't worry about it. You're probably fine.
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If the rash is changing then you really should go back to the doctor again.  I have no idea of what it might be...sorry