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This article covers various infectious exanthems (rashes) in childhood, including measles, scarlet fever, rubella, fifth disease, roseola infantum, chickenpox, and hand, foot, and mouth disease.
For more information on each specific condition, see the respective articles.
Overview of infectious rashes in childhood![toggle arrow icon](https://manus-media.amboss.com/icons/chevron_up.svg)
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Measles |
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Scarlet fever |
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Fifth disease (erythema infectiosum) |
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Roseola infantum (exanthem subitum) |
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Hand, foot, and mouth disease |
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Drug reactions should always be considered as a potential cause of a rash.