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Red Flags
If you experience these, seek immediate medical attention.
- •Rash covering most of body
- •Fever accompanying rash
- •Blisters in mouth or near eyes
- •Painful skin or rapid spreading
- •Signs of infection (pus, warmth, red streak)
Overview
Rashes can form from allergies, infections, heat, or immune system disorders.
Possible Causes
Contact Dermatitis
Reaction to touching an irritant or allergen.
Eczema (Atopic Dermatitis)
Chronic condition making skin red and itchy.
Shingles
Painful rash from reactivation of chickenpox virus.
Home Care
- Gentle cleansing.
- Moisturizing.
- Hydrocortisone cream for itching.
- Cool compresses.
Research cited
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When to see a doctor
- •Rash becomes painful.
- •Rash looks infected.
- •Rash appears immediately after new medication.
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