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Suggest Treatment For Red Blotches And Bumps On The Legs Of A Child

Hello, I have a 2 year old who yesterday woke up from her nap with red blotches on her legs and arms. I could tell she d been itching them. I washed all her bedding and gave her a bath. Gave her some children s benedryl (with nurse ok), seemed to go away. She seemed fine today, but this evening it s back. More red blotches and bumps.
Thu, 7 May 2020
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Hi,

Itchy red blotches may indicate an insect bite reaction or an allergic reaction to some insults. If she do not have fever or other associated symptoms, just continue benadryl for 3 days and apply calamine lotion there to soothe the area.

If it is not resolving in 3 days, or she develops fever, kindly take her to doctor, as this can also be a manifestation of other diseases like a viral illness or HSP (Henoch-Schonlein purpura).

Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Muhammed Aslam T. K., Pediatrician
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Suggest Treatment For Red Blotches And Bumps On The Legs Of A Child

Hi, Itchy red blotches may indicate an insect bite reaction or an allergic reaction to some insults. If she do not have fever or other associated symptoms, just continue benadryl for 3 days and apply calamine lotion there to soothe the area. If it is not resolving in 3 days, or she develops fever, kindly take her to doctor, as this can also be a manifestation of other diseases like a viral illness or HSP (Henoch-Schonlein purpura). Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Muhammed Aslam T. K., Pediatrician