Body · Pattern guide
Fever with a non-fading rash
A non-fading rash, or fever with a stiff neck, confusion or unusual sleepiness, needs emergency care. Guidance, not a diagnosis.
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Signs
spots or blotches that do not fade when pressedfever with a stiff neck or severe headacheconfusion, a seizure or difficulty wakinga baby who is floppy, feeds poorly or has a bulging soft spot
What may help
Options
emergency hospital assessment nowdo not wait for every symptom or for a rashdo not self-medicate or rely on skincare
When to get help
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Seek emergency hospital care now for a rash that does not fade when pressed, or fever with a stiff neck, confusion, a seizure, severe worsening headache, unusual sleepiness or difficulty waking. A rash can be harder to see on brown or black skin, and serious illness may happen without one, so do not wait for a rash or every symptom.
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