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What Causes Ring Shaped Rashes On Body?

hi, my 18-month old has a bite or sting on his left arm, and it seems to be getting better, but now he has ring rings around his legs. about 4 or 5 on his right, and 2 or 3 on his left. it doesn't feel raised or dry, but it's been there for a couple hours. what could be the cause of it? should i take him to a doctor?
Mon, 1 Jun 2015
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In my opinion your child is suffering from a allergic reaction known as hives. It seems to be due to the insect sting. It occurs commonly due to release of histamines in body in response to the sting. If your child is not having any respiratory problems, then you can follow the following measures:
1. Apply calamine lotion over lesions as they are itchy and uncomfortable for the child.
2. Give him an antihistamine like Syp. Benadryl or chlorpheniramine.
3. Cold compresses at sting site.

In case it worsens or the child develops breathing problems, then do contact your pediatrician immediately.
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What Causes Ring Shaped Rashes On Body?

Hi Welcome to the HCM In my opinion your child is suffering from a allergic reaction known as hives. It seems to be due to the insect sting. It occurs commonly due to release of histamines in body in response to the sting. If your child is not having any respiratory problems, then you can follow the following measures: 1. Apply calamine lotion over lesions as they are itchy and uncomfortable for the child. 2. Give him an antihistamine like Syp. Benadryl or chlorpheniramine. 3. Cold compresses at sting site. In case it worsens or the child develops breathing problems, then do contact your pediatrician immediately. For further questions, do contact us.