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• Rashes in babies and children

  NHS information on some common rashes in babies and children, such as chickenpox, eczema, impetigo, ringworm, scabies, slapped cheek syndrome and more.

• Hives

  Find out about hives (also called urticaria), which is a raised, itchy rash that's usually caused by a reaction to things like food, pollen, insect bites or chemicals.

• Heat rash (prickly heat)

  Find out about heat rash, also called prickly heat or miliaria rubra, which is an itchy rash of small, raised spots and a stinging or prickling sensation on the skin.

• Nappy rash

  Find out what causes nappy rash and how you can treat it yourself and prevent it from coming back.

• Scabies

  Find out about scabies, including symptoms, causes and treatments.

• Chickenpox

  Find out more about chickenpox, an infection that's spread easily and causes an itchy, spotty rash.

• Shingles

  Find out about shingles, including symptoms and what to do if you think you have it.

• Roseola

  Find out about the childhood infection roseola, including what the symptoms are, how to treat it and when to get medical advice.

• Ringworm

  Find out about ringworm, including what the symptoms are, where to get medical help, how it’s treated, and how to stop it spreading.

• Pityriasis rosea

  Find out about pityriasis rosea, including what the symptoms are and what to do if it's uncomfortable or itchy.