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Allergy

The body's immune response to a foreign substance (allergen) that is otherwise not harmful to you is called allergy. The most common allergens are pollen, drugs, food, and mold. Allergic conditions include hay fever, atopic dermatitis, food allergies, asthma, and anaphylaxis.

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Why did my baby suddenly develop red patches on the skin?

Query: Hi doctor, There are sudden red patches on the skin of my 5 months old baby. He had mild fever the previous day and loose motions before that. There is no other noticeable symptom. Crocin and Atarax drops have been given. Same thing happened two days ago and the almost entire upper body had turned r...  Read Full »


Dr. Nagasirisha Naredla

Answer: Hello. Welcome to icliniq.com. 1. The problem seems to be like either a viral infection or allergy. 2. If fever has subsided, then mostly it is an allergy. If fever is still persistent, then it is infection related rash. 3. You can continue Crocin (Paracetamol) for fever and Atarax (Hydroxyzine)...  Read Full »

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