Laptops Can Cause 'Toasted Skin' in Kids

A published medical case shows a boy developed erythema ab igne — a lace‑like discoloration from chronic low‑grade heat — after resting a charging laptop on his abdomen for up to eight hours a day. The rash faded after removing the heat source, but the incident highlights an understudied device‑safety pathway: prolonged exposure to device heat, especially during charging, can harm children. — This suggests a need for simple consumer warnings, school‑at‑home guidance, and possible product design or regulation (thermal insulation, charging safety) to prevent avoidable heat injuries in minors.