Suggest remedy to get rid of rash all over body on child
Patient: For the past 8 days my 3 year old gets rash/ hives that appear and disappear all over body 8days ago the hospital gave me a steroid medication and it was for 5 days it has since finished still the rash has not gone away cleritan helps but the rash does not disapear Doctor: Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service.I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.The causes of rash all over the body are viral fever, allergic reactions or any other skin disorders. So to get rid of the rash I will suggest you apply calamine lotion all over the body and give syrup chlorpheniramine as per his body weight. Consult with the pediatrician. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards, Dr. Shyam B. Kale