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Rash on my 12 week old

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helo12 · 20/08/2023 19:00

Does anyone know what this rash could be? She's fine in herself but it started as a few dots and it's spread down her chest and stomach.

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Friendshipissue · 20/08/2023 19:02

Have you done the glass test to help rule out meningitis?

Clefable · 20/08/2023 19:14

Babies are quite prone to viral rashes and heat rashes. Do the glass test on any new rash though.

Rosebud21 · 20/08/2023 19:16

This advice in the link below is helpful, & includes information about when to worry, red - call 999, amber - call 111

https://www.what0-18.nhs.uk/worried-your-baby-unwell-under-3-months-2/worried-about-your-baby/my-baby-has-rash

Information and pictures of other common skin rashes in babies

https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/rashes-babies-and-children/

My baby has a rash :: Healthier Together

https://www.what0-18.nhs.uk/worried-your-baby-unwell-under-3-months-2/worried-about-your-baby/my-baby-has-rash

Winnipeggy · 20/08/2023 19:47

My daughter's heat rash has just flared up again these last few days so could well be that. I'd keep an eye on it, and her temp, appetite etc and if she starts behaving differently in herself get it checked out. You could always go to a pharmacist in the morning if you can't get a GP appt

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