The rash is flat and pink or slightly raised dots, that looks like an intense heat rash. It is mostly on the neck and body and lasts 1 to 2 days. Once the fever is gone for 24 hours, the child is not cntagious. There is no specific treatment for the rash. Click on thumbnail to view full image.
Heat illness occurs because of excess heat exposure.
There is a range of severity of this disease. Mild symptoms can include muscle cramps, stomachache, and headache. Fever is more than 104, especially if child is less than two years old Acetaminophen. Products such as Tylenol, Liquiprin, Tempra, Panadol, Anacin-3 and generic store brands are all acetaminophen products. They may be used to make a child more comfortable, but it does not treat the underlying illness.