<s>[INST] My six year old son had fever 4 days ago and started to have loose motion 3 days ago and still going on and now he is getting red spots around face and hands. We have seen the doctor yesterday and given medicine for loose motion. Why there are red spots coming? please suggest. [/INST] Hi...I feel by what you quote he should be having a - Hand Foot Mouth disease. This is one viral illness among all other exanthemas which can cause fever followed by rash over palms and soles. It is a self-limiting disorder and itching can be really worrisome. I suggest you use any over the counter antihistamine if you have one with you now. You can use Hydroxyzine at 1-2mg/kg/dose (Maximum 10mg) every 6th to 8th hourly for 7 days. This can even cause some peeling of skin in the next 4-6 weeks and do not worry about it.Regards - Dr. Sumanth </s>