What causes sudden fever and skin infections?
Patient: My son is sick in bed with a fever. Began during the night, went to dr this morning. Checked for flu -negative. His skin issues are in other locations but I don t know where, but he told me about his hands. He was in Japan for a month for work. He has been home for 4 days. They have a daughter who is 21months old. Just thinking Doctor: Hi...I feel by what you quote he should be having a - Hand Foot Mouth disease. This is one viral illness among all other exanthemas which can cause fever followed by rash over palms and soles. It is a self-limiting disorder and itching can be really worrisome. I suggest you use any over the counter antihistamine if you have one with you now. You can use Hydroxyzine at 1-2mg/kg/dose (Maximum 10mg) every 6th to 8th hourly for 7 days.This can even cause some peeling of skin in the next 4-6 weeks and do not worry about it.BUT PLEASE BEAR IN MIND THAT SKIN CONDITIONS ARE ALWAYS BEST DIAGNOSED AND TREATED AFTER SEEING THEM DIRECTLY. SO I SUGGEST YOU TO UPLOAD SOME IMAGES ON THIS WEBSITE AND GET BACK TO US SO THAT WE CAN HELP YOU SCIENTIFICALLY.Regards - Dr. Sumanth