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What Causes Rash?

I have a 5 month old baby with a rash that was first thought to be eczema, now it looks like it is something else. Using cortisome 2.5%. Rash was better over the weekend. Looked almost gone this morning. Now it looks worse that it has in days. This has been going on for ten days now. The rash inproves and seems to get worse . No fever and baby is otherwise happy and healthy. What can this rash be ?
Thu, 10 Sep 2015
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Welcome to the HCM

I have gone through your question. As per your description and waxing and waning course of rash, it's most likely due to atopic dermatitis.

Atopic dermatitis (AD) is a chronically relapsing skin disorder with an immunologic basis. The clinical presentation varies from mild to severe. In the worst cases, atopic dermatitis may interfere with normal growth and development. Treatment consists of adequate skin hydration, avoidance of allergenic precipitants, topical anti-inflammatory medications, systemic antihistamines, and antibiotic coverage of secondary infections.

You may post his pictures for my reference so that I may help you in the best possible way.

Take care
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What Causes Rash?

Hi Welcome to the HCM I have gone through your question. As per your description and waxing and waning course of rash, it s most likely due to atopic dermatitis. Atopic dermatitis (AD) is a chronically relapsing skin disorder with an immunologic basis. The clinical presentation varies from mild to severe. In the worst cases, atopic dermatitis may interfere with normal growth and development. Treatment consists of adequate skin hydration, avoidance of allergenic precipitants, topical anti-inflammatory medications, systemic antihistamines, and antibiotic coverage of secondary infections. You may post his pictures for my reference so that I may help you in the best possible way. Take care