Folliculitis (pimples all over)

[Eden'smom]

Hi All,

My sixth month old has been breaking out in pimples on arms, legs and face. Every week there are a few new break outs. The dermatologist thinks it's folliculitis or a bug bite reaction. He prescribed antibiotics. Has anyone dealt with a similar issue. How did you treat it?

[longislandmom]

My daughter had it and we did nothing. It went away on its own. We think it was from chlorine. Has your child been in a pool? Typically it is a "hot tub" illness. In her case we know she was in a chlorinated pool alot and was not used to it since we had just moved to AZ. She had a similar reaction to disposable diapers as a baby. She was fine when we switched to unbleached cloth. I hope you find answers soon.

[blessedwithboys]

What kind of soaps and lotions do you use? Are you nursing, and if so, could your LO be allergic to something in your diet? What about solid foods?

[Multimomma]

my daughter gets it as part of her allergic reaction. I wouldn't just treat with antibiotics, unless he's tested to see if it's actually bacteria, yeast or an allergic reaction. Or even just dry skin.

Good luck.

[Eden'smom]

Thanks for your suggestions. We do live in the city with heavily chlorinated water. I'm going to put a filter on our faucet. But why pimples only on arms, legs, face? Any thoughts?

Thanks!