Body · Pattern guide
Fever with a spreading rash
Fever with cough, runny nose or red watery eyes followed by a spreading rash needs same-day medical care. Guidance, not a diagnosis.
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Signs
high fever with cough or a runny nosered or watery eyesa rash beginning on the face or neck and spreading downa rash that may look brown, red or darker and can be harder to see on brown or black skin
What may help
Options
call a health facility before arrivingavoid close contact, especially with babies, pregnant people or people with weakened immunityrest and drink fluids if able
When to get help
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Arrange same-day medical advice and call before arriving because this pattern can spread easily. Emergency care is needed for a seizure, severe breathing difficulty, confusion, inability to stay awake or drink, a stiff neck, or a rash that does not fade when pressed. Do not rely on skincare or self-start vitamin A or antibiotics.
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