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Infectious Diseases of Childhood: It's 1 a.m. The baby is up crying with a fever and an exanthem! What common childhood disease symptom do you spot when you pick her up?

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When picking up a baby with a fever and an exanthem (a rash), a common childhood disease symptom to look for is whether the rash is maculopapular (raised and flat red dots or bumps) or vesicular (small fluid-filled blisters). The presence of a maculopapular rash indicates a possible illness such as measles, rubella, or scarlet fever, while a vesicular rash may indicate chickenpox or hand, foot and mouth disease. It's important to seek medical attention and have a healthcare professional evaluate the rash and other symptoms to provide proper diagnosis and treatment.

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