Just a virus, or roseola?

When my son broke out in hives on Thursday, I thought he was allergic to soy which I had given him earlier that day. But then he registered a 100.8 deg F temperature.

The pediatrician said the rashes and fever might be caused by a virus, so we’re sort of quarantined for the next few days. And then today, my sister asked me if my son has a simple viral fever, or a roseola.

A what? ROSEOLA is an extremely common but mild infection that affects children under 2. Symptoms include a rash that develops after fever has subsided. Well, my son had the rashes before his fever even started, so he may not have roseola.

Still, if you suspect your child has one, click here for more information on symptoms and treatment.