Childhood Skin Problems

Information about common skin conditions that affect babies and children. Topics include contagious illnesses, rashes, parasites and benign skin growths.

About Molluscum Contagiosum

Molluscum contagiosum is a common viral skin condition in children that looks like small warts but is harmless and usually clears up on its own.

All About Fifth's Disease

Fifth's Disease is a common childhood viral infection that causes a distinctive red rash and clears up on its own in most cases.

Avoiding Chicken Pox Scars

Stop chicken pox blisters from scarring by resisting the urge to scratch and keeping spots clean and infection-free.

Dealing with Lice

Head lice aren't a sign of poor hygiene, they spread through person-to-person contact and affect most kids at some point during school.

Dealing with Milia

Milia are harmless white bumps that commonly appear on your face and usually clear up on their own or can be removed by a professional.

Diagnosing and Treating Ringworm

Ringworm is a common fungal infection that's easy to treat once you know what to look for and how to get rid of it.

Identifying and Treating Contact Dermatitis

Red, cracked skin from nickel rings or harsh soaps is contact dermatitis, and you can usually prevent it once you know what triggers your rash.

Treating Roseola Infantum

A common viral fever in toddlers that causes high temperature followed by a rash, which usually clears up on its own within a week.

What Is Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease

Hand, foot and mouth disease is a common childhood infection with a rash and mouth sores that clears up on its own within days.