Skin
Dr Scott Parsons
The author, has worked as a general practitioner with a special interest in paediatrics for the last 20 years. He has developed this website in order to help parents with the task of raising children. He currently works at the Royal Children's Hospital in Melbourne in the Emergency Department and also the associated cohealth GP clinic.
Affiliations
The website content is based on evidenced based guidelines. There are no commercial affiliations.
Molluscum Contagiosum
What are Molluscum Contagiosum ? They look like small pimples initially before becoming pearl coloured raised bumps. In most instances there are about half a dozen spots, and they usually appear on the nappy area, tummy, face, arms and legs. But in some children there can be a large number, particularly if there is a history […]
Urticaria and Hives in children
Urticaria, also known as hives, is a common presentation to doctors and emergency departments. Usually the cause is unclear unless occurring immediately after exposure to a new food or drug. When urticaria is the only symptom it is not serious. What is urticaria ? Urticaria is a sudden pink, elevated skin eruption, occurring anywhere on the […]
Viral Rashes
Types of Viral Rashes Seen There are two major groups of viral rashes. So called non specific viral rashes and ‘classic rashes’. The latter group have a variety of names and distinct patterns. Of these the most serious include measles, mumps, rubella and chicken pox which are currently covered in the immunisation schedule. Classic Rashes- […]
Warts
Warts are almost a inevitable, and occur in around 10-15% of children. They are common, harmless but annoying, and eventually disappear. They do not have to be treated unless they are causing problems.
Eczema, causes, treatment & advice
Eczema is a common condition due to an inherited dryness of the skin surface, coupled with excess sensitivity to irritants and allergens resulting in inflammation. This article helps the parent understand what eczema means.
Impetigo or School Sores
Impetigo, or school sores, is a bacterial skin infection caused by staphylococcus aureus or streptococcus. It is common in toddlers and school aged children during the summer months