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History of Present Illness: A mother called stating that her 9-month-old female has a new onset of rash that started today. The mother does not associate the rash with any particular food or drink. She reports that the rash is red and has spread on the abdomen. The child has no exposure with no sick individual. The mother has not recently tried anything new or treated the rash with any medication. Patient goes to daycare but at home today with mother. Denies fever, or pain. Appetite has not decrease. Reports no history of eczema. Denies any recent illness, denies itching, denies vomiting, or fatigue,
• Allergies: No known drug or food allergies
• Current Medication: No current medication
• Recommended Rx: None

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