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What Causes Sudden Onset Of Body Rashes, Sinus Congestion, Sore Throat And Fever?

My daughter is experiencing a sudden onset of an eczema-like rash on her face, arms and legs, and is also having some mild sinus congestion, coughing, has had sore throat and mild fever. I had eczema for over 30 years, so I am familiar with its characteristics; it does look like it. Don t know whether her symptoms could be related. She is certain she s used nothing different on her skin. My husband lost his job, and we have been without income for much of this year. We do not currently have health insurance, and I cannot afford to take her to see a doctor unless she gets a lot worse. DO YOU HAVE ANY IDEAS REGARDING A POSSIBLE CAUSE?
Mon, 21 Dec 2015
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The symptoms you are describing are pointing towards measles.It may start as maculopapular rash resembling eczema.It was better if you had mentioned her age.You need to give her a lots of fluids.Paracetamol for fever and an antihistamine for itching.This will settle in 3 -5 days.If fever persists for 2 days,add an antibiotic like amoxcillin.Dont worry she will get fine as it is a viral disease and self limiting.
I hope you have answer to your query now. you can reach me anytime with any other query
Regards Dr Faeza Sherdil
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What Causes Sudden Onset Of Body Rashes, Sinus Congestion, Sore Throat And Fever?

Welcome to HCM I have read and understood your query I hope this will be useful The symptoms you are describing are pointing towards measles.It may start as maculopapular rash resembling eczema.It was better if you had mentioned her age.You need to give her a lots of fluids.Paracetamol for fever and an antihistamine for itching.This will settle in 3 -5 days.If fever persists for 2 days,add an antibiotic like amoxcillin.Dont worry she will get fine as it is a viral disease and self limiting. I hope you have answer to your query now. you can reach me anytime with any other query Regards Dr Faeza Sherdil