Rashes in babies and children
Many things can cause a rash in babies and children, and they’re often nothing to worry about.
The NHS provide support for identifying some of the common rashes in babies and children.
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NHS: Rashes in babies and childrenNHS vaccinations and when to have them
It’s important that vaccines are given on time for the best protection. Check the dates your child needs to have their vaccinations by and contact your GP.
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NHS vaccinations and when to have themStart for Life
Trusted NHS help and advice during pregnancy, birth and parenthood.
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Start for LifeCommon childhood illnesses
A guid for parents and carers for children aged birth to 5 years.
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Common childhood illnesses (PDF)Children, Young People and Families Services (CYFP)
A database of local services available for children, young people and families in Berkshire.
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Berkshire Healthcare Children, Young People and FamiliesFever in Children
A fever is a high temperature. As a general rule, in children, a temperature of over 37.5C (99.5F) is a fever.
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High temperature (fever) in childrenSlapped Cheek Syndrome
Slapped cheek syndrome is a viral infection that’s most common in children, It usually causes a bright red rash to develop on the cheeks.
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Slapped cheek syndromeHand Foot and Mouth Disease
Hand, foot and mouth disease is a viral infection that can affect young children.
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Hand, foot and mouth diseaseChicken Pox
Chickenpox is a mild and common childhood illness that most children catch at some point.
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ChickenpoxHeadlice
Head lice are tiny insects that live in human hair. They’re particularly common in children.
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Head lice and nits
Child health
Page published: 9 May 2023
Last updated: 16 October 2024