Allergies and an Itchy Scalp If you have an itchy rash on your scalp, you could be having an allergic reaction, also called contact dermatitis. Itchiness can be a side effect of hair products like shampoos, dyes, and styling products. The treatment is to stop using the product you're all...
Ever had itchy armpits or an underarm rash? If you have, then you’ll know they can be uncomfortable, annoying and, well, just a little bit random. And the most annoying thing about them is, you can get itches and scratches deep down in the crevice of your armpits, which makes thema...
Atopic dermatitis, also called eczema, dermatitis, atopic eczema, or AD, is a chronic skin condition with an itchy rash. AD is not contagious. It is caused by a genetic condition that affects the skin's ability to protect itself from bacteria and allergens. AD is most often seen in infant...
Your provider may ask if you have traveled, or been around people or animals that are sick or scratching. Your provider will examine your skin, abdomen, and lymph nodes. You may also need blood tests or skin samples to check for an infection or other possible causes of itchy skin....
A red, itchy rash – often oily or flaky – that usually appears on the upper body or face. Small areas of your skin might also swell, resulting in white patches Convulsions Decreased alertness Vitamin B9 Deficiency Signs of B9 deficiency include: Fatigue More gray hair Mouth sores A swollen...
Did you haveeczemaas a kid and now gethay feveras an adult? Does your child have red, itchyrasheswhile you or your partner hasseasonal allergiesorasthma? If so, it's no coincidence. The eczema rash on your child's skin can sometimes be linked with allergies,hay fever, andasthma. ...
A 39-year-old female presented for evaluation of a rash on her legs. The patient stated that the rash, which was slightly pruritic and had been present for more than a year, had started out as just a few spots on her shins that increased with time (Figure 1). For the past 2 weeks...
If you are suffering with hives, be sure to see a board-certified allergist for evaluation of the cause and relief of this unpleasant and itchy rash. Is Your Pet Imperiling Your Health? View All 13 Slides Tags: allergies, skin conditions Most Popular Conditions Vaccines You Need Before Traveli...
Mycosis fungoides is a type of T-cell lymphoma that is characterized by an itchy rash, skin lesions, and tumors. Mycosis fungoides typically does not appear before the age of 20 and is more commonly found in men than women. The disease is broken down into three stages: premycotic, mycotic...
This article discusses more about what chickenpox looks like and how the rash progresses over three stages, offers tips on dealing with itchy skin, and helps you to know when you're least likely to infect others. The early stages of chickenpox may be mistaken forinsect bites,herpes simplex,im...