Related Conditions and Treatments
Cat Scratch Disease
Condition
Cat scratch disease is caused by a bacterial infection carried in cat saliva. The bacteria are passed from a cat to a human after the cat licks its paws then scratches human skin. Rubbing the eyes after petting a cat's fur can also spread cat scratch disease.
Fifth Disease
Condition
Fifth disease is a viral illness that causes cold-like symptoms and a skin rash.
Molluscum Contagiosum
Condition
Molluscum contagiosum is a viral disease that causes small pink or skin-colored bumps on your child's skin.
Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C)
Condition
Multisystem inflammatory syndrome in children (MIS-C), also called pediatric multi-system inflammatory syndrome temporally related to SARS CoV-2 (PMIS or PIMS-TS), is a potentially serious illness in children that appears to be a delayed, post-infectious complication of COVID-19 infection.
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Pityriasis Rosea
Condition
Pityriasis rosea is a common and mild skin condition characterized by scaly, pink, and inflamed skin.
Poison Ivy, Poison Oak, and Poison Sumac
Condition
The oils of the poison ivy plants can cause an allergic reaction in nearly 85 percent of the population.
Staphylococcal Scalded Skin Syndrome (SSSS) in Children
Condition
Staphylococcal scalded skin syndrome (SSSS) causes a reddening and blistering of the skin that gives it a scalded or burned look.
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