Skin Infections & Rashes

• Scarlet Fever

  Scarlet fever is an illness caused by a strep infection. It causes a red, bumpy rash that spreads over most of the body, and is treated with antibiotics.

• Skin Abscesses

  An abscess is a sign of an infection, usually on the skin. Find out what to do if your child develops one.

• Tinea Versicolor

  Tinea versicolor is a rash caused by a fungus. It can appear over the chest, shoulders, and back, and is a common cause of skin rashes in teens.

• Toxic Shock Syndrome

  Toxic shock syndrome is a serious but uncommon bacterial infection. TSS is a medical emergency – symptoms include sudden high fever, a faint feeling, diarrhea, headache, and muscle aches.

• Vaginitis in Children

  Vaginitis is redness, soreness, or swelling in and around the vagina. It’s common in girls of all ages, and usually can be treated at home.

• Vitiligo

  While vitiligo might make kids self-conscious, this skin condition is not medically dangerous. Kids with vitiligo are as healthy as other kids.

• Warts

  Many of us have had a wart somewhere on our bodies at some time. But other than being a nuisance, most warts are harmless.

• What to Do About a Skin Rash

  Sometimes rashes are only a minor problem. Other times, they’re more serious and need medical treatment. Here’s what to do if your child has a rash.

• What to Do About Ringworm

  Ringworm is a common fungal infection of the skin. Here’s what to do if your child has ringworm.

• Wound Healing and Care

  How well a wound heals depends on where it is on the body and what caused it. Good home care is an important part of healing.