Question
The child recently has been experiencing intermittent fever and is accompanied by a rash,Urgent rash for young children. What symptoms can be used as criteria for diagnosing pediatric roseola?
Answer
The diagnosis of pediatric roseola typically relies on the following symptoms: a sudden onset of high fever, with body temperature rapidly rising to 39°C to 40°C, and lasting for about three to four days. After taking fever-reducing medication, the temperature may temporarily drop, but it may rise again after the medication wears off. During the fever period, the child’s mental state and appetite are usually not significantly affected. Additionally, symptoms such as mild diarrhea, loose stools, runny nose, and cough may be present. Blood tests show a decrease in white blood cell count and a significant increase in lymphocytes. Lymph nodes as large as beans or peanuts may be felt behind the ears and at the nape of the neck.