My daughter has had a slight fever (38.2 to 39.1) for the past 24 hours accompanied by small pimples on her body and a large red spot in her groin.

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She is 16 months old and her energy level is good, but she seems to have little appetite. The pimples are small and are located on her trunk, arms and legs at the moment.

Marie-Laurence Gauthier · Accepted Answer

Hello! It is difficult to say without having seen the lesions you are talking about. However, since your daughter has a fever, it is preferable not to take her to the pharmacy because isolation is recommended for flu-like symptoms. Here are the recommendations for COVID-19: Before going to a screening clinic, you should check your level of risk of contracting the coronavirus. 1. Check your symptoms Go to thefollowing address to find out if your current symptoms warrant medical attention or if you should be screened. 2. Hygiene measures If you have flu-like symptoms, a 14-day quarantine is required. Avoid contact with others (especially people over 70 years of age), stay home, and then practice good hygiene . Do not use public transportation 3. No need to panic Serious complications from the Coronavirus are rare. The important thing right now is not to contaminate those around you, to control the pandemic and not to make yourself sick with the anxiety that the current situation may generate. If you are feeling overwhelmed or very stressed, see the next page . In answer to your question: I would tell you that it is quite common for babies to get a rash when they have a fever and this can be caused by various childhood illnesses. Here is an interesting link from the INSPQ: https://www.inspq.qc.ca/mieux-vivre/sante/problemes-sante-courants/fievre-eruption-cutanee-maladies-contagieuses If the fever or the rash persists for more than 72 hours, it would be better to consult a doctor, especially if you cannot find the cause of the fever (runny nose, ear pain, cough, etc). If the fever exceeds 41 degrees Celsius or if your child's general condition decreases, it would be best to consult quickly. As for the spot on the elder, I can't really say without seeing. Could it be diaper rash? It could also be related to the rash on the trunk. If you suspect an infected sore, you should see a doctor. At any time, if you are concerned, go to the emergency room I'm sorry I can't be more helpful, Marie-Laurence Gauthier, pharmacist.