Fever and Rashes in Babies

Fever and rashes are a common concern for parents with young children. Follow the links below to information on nappy rash and other rashes, and causes and effects of fever in babies.

Reviewed January 2012

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Title:   Nappy rash
Publisher:   Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
Description:   Nappy rash happens when a baby's skin is covered by a wet or dirty nappy for too long.
Date:   Nov 2011
Title:   Cold sores
Publisher:   Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
Description:   Cold sores are caused the herpes simplex virus (HSV).
Date:   Nov 2011
Title:   Skin Diseases in Babies
Publisher:   HealthInsite Topic Page
Description:   Links to information on skin diseases in babies.
Date:   Nov 2011
Title:   Roseola infantum
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Roseola is a mild viral infection that affects babies and young children. The raised, red skin rash and high temperature can last from a few hours to five days. Roseola is caused by one of the viruses in the herpes group, but this virus can't cause other herpes infections, such as cold sores. The rash may be confused with measles or rubella.
Date:   Oct 2011
Title:   Poos, wees and nappies
Publisher:   Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
Description:   When you have a baby, you spend a lot of time changing nappies and cleaning little bottoms. answers to questions parents often ask.
Date:   Sep 2011
Title:   Using paracetamol or ibuprofen
Publisher:   Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
Description:   Paracetamol has been safely used for many years to help with mild to moderate pain and fever. Ibuprofen is a newer medication.
Date:   Jul 2011
Title:   Roseola infantum
Publisher:   Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
Description:   Roseola is one of the very common mild viruses that can cause a temperature and rash in babies and young children. It usually does not cause problems for the child except sometimes causing the child to feel unwell
Date:   Jul 2011
Title:   Babies in hot weather
Publisher:   Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
Description:   The hot weather can be a time of risk for babies because they are easily affected by the heat. It is important to keep them from getting overheated. Babies can get stressed by the heat and need extra care in very hot weather.
Date:   Jul 2011
Title:   Nappy rash causes and treatment
Publisher:   Raising Children Network (RCN)
Description:   A guide to recognising and treating nappy rash in newborns and babies.
Date:   Jun 2011
Title:   Fever - children
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   A fever happens when the body's temperature is higher than normal because of an infection or virus. Fever in children is not usually serious, although it can sometimes cause fits or seizures, known as febrile convulsions.
Date:   May 2011
Title:   Dental care - common conditions - 0 to 5 years
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Babies and toddlers need parents to care for their teeth, gums and mouths. Oral thrush, mouth ulcers and cold sores (herpes simplex infections) are common problems. Mouth ulcers that don't heal, tooth abscesses and cellulitis (facial swellings) require treatment by a doctor, dentist or other oral health professional.
Date:   Feb 2011
Title:   Skin Diseases in Children
Publisher:   HealthInsite Topic Page
Description:   Links to information about skin diseases that affect children.
Date:   Jan 2011
Title:   Investigation into febrile reactions in young children following 2010 seasonal trivalent influenza vaccination
Publisher:   Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing
Description:   WA Health suspended this year's program on 22 April 2010 following reports of an apparent increase in febrile reactions following vaccination during March-April over the number that would be expected from records for 2008 and 2009, despite a similar uptake of seasonal vaccine in 2009 and 2010.
Date:   Sep 2010
Title:   Fever - febrile convulsions
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   A febrile convulsion is a fit or seizure that occurs in children when they have a high fever. A febrile convulsion is not epilepsy and does not cause brain damage.
Date:   Apr 2010
Title:   Nappy rash
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Nappy rash is commonly caused when a baby's skin is exposed to a wet or dirty nappy for too long. Symptoms may include rash, blistering and ulcers. Prevention and treatment options include more frequent nappy changes, use of gentle barrier cream and avoiding skin irritants such as soap and some wipes. Severe nappy rash needs prompt medical attention.
Date:   Apr 2010
Title:   Thrush
Publisher:   Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
Description:   Thrush is a common infection in the mouth of babies, on rashes and in the vagina of women. It can be very irritating but it is treatable.
Date:   Jan 2012
Title:   Atopic dermatitis (eczema)
Publisher:   Australasian Society of Clinical Immunology and Allergy (ASCIA)
Description:   Atopic dermatitis (eczema) is a chronic pruritic skin condition associated with elevated IgE antibodies. It most commonly begins during infancy and early childhood.
Date:   Jan 2010
Title:   Nappy rash self-care - myDr.com.au
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   Nappy rash is a red rash on the skin covered by a baby's nappy, most often due to irritation caused by urine and faeces in contact with sensitive skin. Find out what products are available for nappy rash.
Date:   Dec 2009
Title:   Nappy rash - myDr.com.au
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   Nappy rash can result from contact dermatitis, or from a fungal thrush infection. Find out how to manage this condition and when you should see your doctor.
Date:   May 2009
Title:   Nappy rash treatments - myDr.com.au
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   Nappy rash can be treated using a number of different over the counter medications, depending on the cause. These include barrier creams, anti-fungal preparations and products containing hydrocortisone.
Date:   Mar 2009

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