RASH ASSOCIATED WITH SWINE FLU DEC 2010

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RAISING AWARENESS OF RASH ASSOCIATED WITH SWINE FLU DEC 2010
My son is 4.5. Started feeling unwell, coughing and got a rash last saturday on arms spreading over whole body by monday - tuesday it was gone - fever went mad wednesday night - doctor prescribed tamiflu thursday and friday the rash came back - today is sunday (boxing day) and his rash is awful - really red - looks raised but its not when you touch it and doesnt itch - large red blotchy looking areas - all over his trunk, arms and groin area. I am praying that the persons comment about the bodys last big battle with the virus is happening and he will look better in the morning because its actually scaring me to death - it looks really bad. Done the glass test, controlling fever with paracetamol. Yes had some talking gibberish at times but they do that when they are poorly. See how he is in the monring - but definitely get a rash with swine flu in children. I have read a few articles - not many but they are there and I have seen it for myself. Poor kids x

All viruses can cause rashes in small children. DS always reacts with a rash, some kids do. It's not the grim reaper, it's a sign of the end of the fight with the virus (ie the body is winning).

It can be caused by overheating as well, keep an eye on his temperature and reduce clothing to a minimum. Please don't worry too much. Mine have both been through this and survived and DS is asthmatic. It is scary but honestly, he will be fine. :)

And get some rest or you will be sick next!