What causes cold with redness around the vulva?
Patient: Dear Dr. my two year old has a number of symptoms that I m not sure are related. She has had a cold which presents as a night cough and generally runny nose for the past two weeks. Today she developed soreness/redness around her vulva (we changed nappy brands so it could be that, she has very sensitive skin). I checked her mouth for white spots in case it was thrush and didn t see any but did notice that her tongue is covered in little red dots. Any advice? The soreness is really bothering her, the night cough too, for that we are using a humidifyer. Regards, Eimear. . 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.Regards - Dr. Sumanth