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What Causes Red Patch On Scrotum In 5 Months Old?

My 5 month old son has a red patch on his scrotum.not that big though.just on the left side. I dont know if its a rash or a birth mark. not kind of an eczema.. Spoke with pedia and dermatologist but gave him some cream & antibiotic but nothings change. Please help
Mon, 6 Oct 2014
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Pediatrician, Critical Care 's  Response
Hi..
possibility in your child are
1. contact dermatitis
2. congenital pigmentation
3. fungal infection

i need you to answer following questions
1. is the rash present since birth or you noticed recently
2. is rash associated with itching?
3. are you using diaper frequently?

kindly upload the images of the rash, so that i can give you the diagnosis.
regards-Dr.surendra
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What Causes Red Patch On Scrotum In 5 Months Old?

Hi.. possibility in your child are 1. contact dermatitis 2. congenital pigmentation 3. fungal infection i need you to answer following questions 1. is the rash present since birth or you noticed recently 2. is rash associated with itching? 3. are you using diaper frequently? kindly upload the images of the rash, so that i can give you the diagnosis. regards-Dr.surendra