Contagious Rashes
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Most contagious diseases in babies and toddlers, which result in a rash are caused by a viral infection, but a small number can be caused by a fungal or bacterial infection.
Immunisation has eradicated the most serious forms of contagious childhood diseases (measles, mumps, rubella), but this does not mean these diseases do not still occur.
Some contagious rashes are quite mild, while others can be very serious and life-threatening. Parents are advised to visit a doctor if the child is unwell.
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- Chickenpox
- Impetigo
- Kawasaki disease
- Measles
- Meningitis and septicaemia
- Molluscum contagiosum
- Ringworm
- Roseola infantum
- Scarlett fever
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Last reviewed: 3 July 2009 || Last updated: 6 October 2009
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Disclaimer: This guide is not intended to be used for diagnostic or prescriptive purposes. For any treatment or diagnosis of illness, please see your doctor.