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Hi Karen,
It doesn't sound like anything
serious.
Fingertip skin peeling when it
is associated with other signs or symptoms, such as high fever, red
eyes, cracked lips, body rash, swelling of the hands and feet, and lymph
node enlargement of the neck area can be part of a syndrome called
Kawasaki's syndrome.
But, it sounds as if the only
problem your little guy has had is the bladder infection and fever
(which has already been addressed by your doc).
Fingertip peeling most commonly
is caused by overly moist fingers (in gloves during the winter) or long
hot baths, and/or swimming. And, sometimes there just isn't an
explanation for it. Fever and fingertip peeling aren't necessarily
related.
In summary, it sounds like
something that is not serious and will resolve on its own.
Also, if you would like to read
more about kidney and bladder infections, please click below:
Multiple kidney infections
Urinary tract infection
I hope that helps you. Dr. Mike
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