SAN ANTONIO – It’s no secret this year has been extreme when it comes to the spread of viruses like flu, RSV and COVID-19, among several others. These illnesses are hitting kids especially hard. Among ...

Given the potential for misdiagnosis, varicella should be laboratory confirmed. Healthcare providers should be aware of the appropriate tests and specimens, especially for varicella breakthrough cases ...

Rashes are one of the most common reasons that parents of small children visit the doctor. In most cases rashes do not indicate a dangerous condition, but in some cases they do. If a child is in good ...

SAN ANTONIO – Has your child recently had a mysterious rash that started on their cheeks? There’s a good chance it was caused by a virus known as fifth disease. It’s also known as “slapped cheek” ...

Facial rashes on children can be distressing for the patient and a challenge for the clinician. Atopic dermatitis (AD), or eczema, is a common chronic skin disorder that often begins early in ...

Viral infection rashes can include mononucleosis, chickenpox, shingles, and more. Viral rashes can cause symptoms such as stinging, itching, and pain. Home remedies and medical treatments may help.

Blueberry muffin rash is a distinctive rash in babies that presents as blue, purple, or dark spots on the face and body. It can occur as a result of rubella or certain other health conditions. Rubella ...

You notice a rash appearing on your skin and your first instinct is probably to blame it on new laundry detergent, stress, or maybe something you ate. Most of the time, you’d be right – rashes are ...

Background or History of Present Illness: A 5-year-old girl presents to the ED for evaluation of fever and rash. Her parents report symptoms of fever, cough, and runny nose that began 5 days ago and a ...

Tinea faciei is an extremely common form of dermatophytosis or superficial fungal infection. Dermatophytosis is caused by one of three genera: Trichophyton, Epidermophyton, or Microsporum. These fungi ...