A mother noticed a small mark on her baby’s leg and took him to the hospital, where it was determined to be an initial sign of meningococcal disease. Parents are encouraged to test spots with a clear glass to see if the rash blanches, as a non-blanching rash is a symptom of the disease. Meningococcal disease can lead to death if left untreated, and vaccinations are the best way to prevent it.
A tiny red rash on a baby’s leg led to a life-threatening condition of meningococcal. Meningococcal is a serious bacterial infection that can cause major health issues in infants and children. Unfortunately, the first symptom can often be a small rash, which can be easily missed by parents. This is exactly what happened to the … Read more
