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when is a rash a worry?

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forevermore · 28/08/2005 08:40

not sure if this should be placed her.....but 4 week old has developed rash on ears and around and 1 or two clusters around face and hairline. noticed for 2 days now...should i be worried?

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mumtosomeone · 28/08/2005 08:42

is she well?

forevermore · 28/08/2005 08:45

yes she is otherwise normal. she had an eye infection which is clearing up with chloramphenicol.

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mumtosomeone · 28/08/2005 08:49

I wouldnt worry!!
but I cant see the rash!!
If you are worried get it checked out, but babies do tend to go spotty for no real reason!!!

forevermore · 28/08/2005 08:52

i'm scared she has measles...do you know the symptoms?

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mumtosomeone · 28/08/2005 08:56

would be unusual at 4 weeks (I think)
I am sure she would have other symptoms too!!
Runny nose etc!
might help

mumtosomeone · 28/08/2005 08:57

this is better

forevermore · 28/08/2005 09:00

thanks that was helpful, i don't think she would be so 'well' if she had it.....

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mumtosomeone · 28/08/2005 09:01

I dont.I really dont think you need to worry!!
Keep your eye on her though!

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