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Itchy Rash Baby Chest. An allergic reaction appears as urticaria or hives raised itchy red welts on the skin surface. Sometimes heat rash can be itchy so take note if baby is scratching at their irritated skin. Viral rashes often appear as small red bumps on the toddlers chest and back. Hives can crop up in just one area or all over your babys body and may even change locations from one hour to the next.
This guide will cover some of the most common but it is not exhaustive – rarer causes will not be covered. Diaper rash which is caused by wetness or the acidity of a babys urine and feces drool rash which happens when drool irritates the skin around the mouth or on the chest eczema most commonly. So have a look at the remedies which you can use to treat the rash in babies. The rash is a normal drying of the skin which can happen due to many reasons. There are a few different types of heat rash. It can develop anywhere except the palms and soles.
Heat rash can appear anywhere on your babys body including the face and chest but youre most likely to see it in the folds of the skin and in areas where clothing can rub like the neck and nappy area.
The rash shows as tiny red bumps or blisters on the skin which can be very itchy. Dry with hair dryer and apply diaper cream with a xinc oxide base. Childrens paracetamol or ibuprofen can bring down a high temperature. Slapped cheek syndrome usually gets better on its own within 3 weeks. After a few days a rash may appear on their body. Use soap and water when cleaning diaper area.