Poison ivy is a toxic plant found in the United States and other parts of the world. Just like other toxic plants like poison sumac and poison oak, the poison ivy plant also secretes a toxic resin called urushiol. Any contact with this chemical produces an adverse reaction by the skin, leading to the formation… Continue reading Poison Ivy Rash
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Scabies Rash
Scabies rash is very contagious skin condition caused by a small mite. The mite cannot be seen with the naked eye but through a magnifying glass or under a microscope. The mite requires a human host so that it can survive and this is why you find that it cannot live for more than 3… Continue reading Scabies Rash
Armpit Rash
Armpit rash refers to the occurrence of a rash in the armpits. Even though an armpit rash causes some discomfort and can be caused due to several reasons, it generally isn’t a cause for concern. The armpit is a moist, dark region and a great place for bacteria and other pathogens to thrive. The growth… Continue reading Armpit Rash
Shingles Rash
Shingles is a painful rash caused due to viral infection and which occurs anywhere on the body, but mostly on the torso. It predominantly appears as a single stripe of blisters that wraps around either side of the torso. Varicella-zoster virus which causes the chickenpox, also causes shingles rash. If a person had chickenpox, the… Continue reading Shingles Rash
Urticaria – Stinging Nettle Rash
Stinging nettle rash, also referred to as urticaria, is condition that causes itchy, reddish swellings over the skin which may appear as a result of contact with Stinging nettle. Urtica is a Latin word which means Stinging nettle. Stinging nettle rash generally tends to be very itchy and varies in shape and size. It may… Continue reading Urticaria – Stinging Nettle Rash
Poison sumac rash
Most of us are sensitive to poison plants such as poison ivy, poison oak, and poison sumac and develop itchy and blistering rash when contact is made with them. More than fifty percent of Americans are sensitive to such plants. It is important to be aware of the presence of such plants while working or… Continue reading Poison sumac rash
Sweat Rash – Pictures, Causes, Symptoms, Treatment
Sweat rash is a skin disorder wherein intense itching and pricking sensation is felt, and which results in the formation of blisters or lumps. Children are more prone to get sweat rash, but adults are equally vulnerable under a hot and humid climate. Sweat rash is also called as prickly heat rash or miliaria. When… Continue reading Sweat Rash – Pictures, Causes, Symptoms, Treatment
Lamictal Rash – Pictures, Symptoms, Causes, Treatment
Lamictal is a type of anticonvulsant drug that is usually prescribed for stabilizing the mood in people affected by mood disorders such as bipolar disorder. The drug is also used to treat seizure disorders such as epilepsy.
Stress rash pictures, symptoms, treatment, causes
The overall health of individuals can be severely affected by undue stress. Studies have tried to explain some of the causes of stress and the way it works. However, there are certain cases, instances and symptoms of stress that are as yet inexplicable. Stress rash in one such case that defies any medical or psychological… Continue reading Stress rash pictures, symptoms, treatment, causes
Strep Throat Rash – Pictures, Causes, Symptoms, Treatment
Strep throat rash is a symptom associated with an aggravated strep throat. Strep throat is a condition caused by the bacterium, Group A Beta Hemolytic Streptococcus bacterium (GABHS). When strep throat worsens, it may become Scarlet Fever with strep throat rash as the initial symptom of the disease.