25th August 2023

A 3-year-old child is seen in the surgery with a two-day history of a rapidly spreading rash around the mouth and nose

A 3-year-old child is seen in the surgery with a two-day history of a rapidly spreading rash around the mouth and nose. The rash started as small, itchy red spots that quickly became blisters and formed yellow crusts. There is no history of recent travel or contact with ill persons.

What is the most appropriate advice to prevent the spread of the rash?