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From heat rash to viral rash, here are some common skin disorders that can affect kids and simple ways to treat them. Skin problems in kids can vary from mild to life-threatening conditions and affect the quality of life. Common skin disorders affecting kids include the following: 1. Viral rash Viral rashes usually appear as small reddish-pink flat or raised spots along with fever, sometimes diarrhea or cold symptoms. They spread on both sides of the chest, stomach and back. They can present with oral lesions as well. They last for two or five days. Viral rashes may be accompanied with decreased energy, loss of appetite, headache, muscle ache and stomach ache. 2. Scarlet fever Scarlet fever is associated with strep bacterial infection and presents as generalised erythema of the skin. It usually starts on the upper chest and quickly spreads to the lower chest and stomach. 3. Diaper dermatitis Diaper rash  is irritation and redness of the skin in the groin ar...

Many children are born with a layer on their skin which is essential to be scrubbed off. It is very essential that mild scrubbing takes place with natural ingredients like chickpeas, besan and curd. The skin of babies is as important as the skin of adults. It is very important to caress a baby’s skin as it’s delicate and sensitive. There are many cases when the child is born with extremely dry or parched skin that necessitates proper care and nourishment. Also, the contributing harsh environments contain several chemical pollutants and contaminants that have adverse effects on the sensitive skin of babies. Sunlight too can add to the problem. Thus, it is essential that one take proper care of their skin for it to be healthy and radiant. Here are some easy steps to take care of the baby’s skin: 1. Always use a mild moisturiser The new mother is often unaware about several things and how to take proper care of the baby. It is always advised to use a mild moisturiser fo...