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May
Red Rash On Babys Face After Eating. Often the exact food that caused the rash is unknown. You may also need to keep a thick cream on hand to use on the patches of skin that break out often. Some babies however experience hives after eating certain foods. See a GP immediately if you think your child has scarlet fever.
A rash tends to develop shortly after coming into contact with the food. According to the National Eczema Association in the United States if eczema develops within the first 6 months of life it tends to appear on the cheeks chin forehead or scalp. There are food reactions that are more related to the irritant properties of the food rather than an allergic reaction. After the babys face is wiped the rash should subside within an hour. My advice would be to take a photo or video the rash with you phone document which food he was eating at the time and bring him to see your GP. Citrus fruits tomatoes or berries are common triggers.
He would get a slight rash on face and forearms that went away after.
A red rash on the babys buttocks is likely diaper rash. With a food sensitivity it may appear around your mouth neck or face. However that is not the only possibility so consult your pediatrician. Red Patches on face around temples and eyes after eating fruit. Jamie also used sometimes got it between about 6 and 12 months - he also suffers from eczema. For us it wasnt dairy I didnt give yoghurt until 12 months - I dont eat them myself but tomato sauces and things with olive oil in.