Gianotti Crosti Syndrome

Question: Is this Gianotti-Crosti Syndrome? I took my 9-month-old daughter to the doctor? because she had small bumps (resembling a heat rash) on her back, stomach, arms, legs, and a little on her face. The doctor said it was Gianotti-Crosti Syndrome. I went home to research and the more I read about it the more I thought that the diagnosis was wrong. She has the bumps mainly on her stomach and back. They are skin color and very small. They itch on her stomach only. No fever, hasn't been sick.

Answer: When in doubt, schedule her in with a specialist - dermatologist, preferably a pediatric derm. I did that for my boy to get him specialized care for his reflux, and it was the best thing I could have done. Good luck!

Question: Anybody who knows what Gianotti-crosti syndrome is. PLEASE HELP!? I went to the dermatologist today and they told me that my seven year old daughter has Gianotti-crosti syndrome. Has any one ever heard of this and does anybody know what I can do to make these bumps go away. PLEASE HELP ME I don't know what I can do for the sake of my daughters health

Answer: Sugar, Gianotti and Crosti initially described GCS as associated with a hepatitis B virus exanthem, which they termed papular acrodermatitis of childhood. A similar constellation of characteristics was later found to be associated with several infectious agents and immunizations that were called papulovesicular acrolocated syndromes. Subsequent retrospective studies have shown that these 2 entities are indistinguishable from one another, and they are now consolidated under the unifying title of GCS. Gianotti-Crosti syndrome (GCS) is a distinct infectious exanthem with associated lymphadenopathy and acute anicteric hepatitis, which is viral hepatitis without jaundice. The rash of Gianotti-Crosti syndrome (GCS) usually has sudden onset and may be associated with an acute infectious illness or immunization. The rash is usually present for 2-4 weeks but can last as long as 4 months. It may be mildly pruritic. Gianotti-Crosti syndrome (GCS) is a benign self-limited condition that requires no treatment. Systemic treatment with antihistamines has been moderately helpful in relieving pruritus, whilst topical steroids are generally not effective, although anecdotal responses have been reported. ALL ANSWERS SHOULD BE THOROUGHLY RESEARCHED, IN ANY FORUM AND ESPECIALLY IN THIS ONE. - MANY ANSWERS ARE FLAWED. The information provided here should not be used during any medical emergency or for the diagnosis or treatment of any medical condition. A licensed physician should be consulted for diagnosis and treatment of any and all medical conditions. I add a wiki link with details of this subject http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ Gianotti-Crosti_syndrome Hope this helps matador 89