Graham had the weirdest rash on his legs (at the end of March). I called the doctor's office and it was closed on that specific day for office maintenance. What are the odds of that! I didn't want to call the doctor directly but there was an option to do so, and we decided that was best - in case it was something more serious.
There were also a little bit of it on his arm:
So strange!!!
But so glad the doctor was able to get to us during those non-office hours. She recommended hydrocortisone and lots of lotion. I was curious on the choice of ointment because Graham said it did not itch or hurt. In any case, the rash improved after a few days. Phew!
Graham has always struggled with dry skin even when he was a baby, so we're always reminding him to put lotion on his body after he showers. It's a tough chore for him! I remember myself as a kid putting on lotion on my face probably starting at the age of 12 - as per instructions from my mom. Although I was already playing quite a bit of golf by then so I needed the sunscreen on my face and body. I may have the boys put lotion on their face every morning soon too as they are starting to get quite a few freckles! The sun is ruthless out here.
Anyway, I digress. I'm so happy with our pediatrician and so happy Graham's skin has improved. Yay!
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