Rash - Localized and Cause Unknown

When to Call Your Doctor - Call Your Doctor Within 24 Hours

Call Your Doctor Within 24 Hours (between 9am and 4pm) If

  • You think your child needs to be seen
  • Severe itching or fever is present
  • Looks like a boil, infected sore, pimples or other infected rash
  • Teenager with genital area rash
  • Lyme disease suspected (bull's eye rash, tick bite or exposure)

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