What's that Rash: How to Identify and Treat Childhood Rashes

It's the kids' bathtime after a fun-filled, muddy day of play. You remove your son's shirt and are shocked to find his back is covered with small red spots. Could it be an allergic reaction? Is it contagious? Is it a sign of a more serious sickness? What's the remedy? Put down the calamine lotion and pick up this comprehensive guide to the identification and treatment of childhood rashes. With expert medical guidance, you can immediately begin to determine what kind of rash it is, how it should be treated, and what may be the cause. Extensive visual examples and at-a-glance diagnoses charts provide quick and easy reference on skin conditions ranging from cradle cap and impetigo to allergic reactions and viral infections. Suggestions on incubation periods, when to call a doctor, and self-help treatments will soon clear up your concerns and your child's skin.