Question 1

contagious itchy skin with no rash until scratched?

Accepted Answer

Some thoughts...: Without a picture it's very difficult to diagnose a skin condition, and what you're describing can have many different causes.  It could be a mild eczema, a fungal infection, a viral exanthem, a reaction to something you've come in contact with (a new perfume, lotion, soap), bug bites... It's a long list.  If otc Hydrocortisone or Benadryl (diphenhydramine) isn't helping, make sure to check in with your doc!

Question 2

what are the possible causes of a yeast related skin rash in an infant? how long does it take to clear up with an ointment & is it contagious?

Accepted Answer

Part of life: Yeast is around us in the environment & by later infancy at least 5% of the dry weight of poo is yeast. The skin surface is resistant to yeast unless irritated or over hydrated ( like wearing diapers ). The yeast creates a rash when it takes the opportunity of a simple exposure & sets up housekeeping on irritated skin.Improvement  with rx occurs within days.

Question 3

i have this skin rash that just spreads out of no where. i starts itching then it turns into a scab like mark. it is not contagious. what is it?

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Skin Rash: Contact dermatitis is a condition in which the skin becomes red, sore, or inflamed after direct contact with a substance. There are two kinds of contact dermatitis: irritant or allergic. Treatment is with prescription strength cortisone from your local dermatologist. Skin rashes need to be seen for a proper diagnosis.

Question 4

how long is someone with ringworm contagious for? (# days prior and after skin rash symptoms)
what  need to do to prevent transfer to others

Accepted Answer

Good hygiene: and use of antifungal creams will keep you from being contagious i think 2 to 3 days of twice daily applications of cream will get you "non contagious" but continue treatment for 7 to 10 days

Question 5

i am experiencing  skin rash (quality: itchiness, blisters, flaking or scaling) . : skin redness or irritation. not contagious.  
rash 3 weeks original rash looks like it's healing but skin around it is red and raised with tiny clear fluid blisters ?

Accepted Answer

Sound like a burn: Your symptoms are suggestive of a burn, or sunburn, as in a 1st degree burn, where you have redness and blisters but no true deep skin damage.  It is typical for a rash to clear and have blisters left over; they are tiny areas of inflammation fluid left over from the active rash process.  It sounds like it is resolving.  If it persists are recurs, you should probably see a dermatologist.

Question 6

on my chest area, i have a skin irritation that appears round in form, is not itchy or bumpy rash. and is not contagiouse, what could this be?

Accepted Answer

Tinea. Seborrhea: This could be seborrhea or may be tine versicolor, a mild fungal infection. Both will respond to topical antifungals such as ketoconazole cream. There are other possibilities but itvis not possible to tell from that description.

Question 7

fever for 2/3 days, pimple like non itchy rash that doesn't go past waist.. sore muscles, headaches for a wk. highly contagious, adult & kids infected?

Accepted Answer

7-10'days: Most infections are due to viral pathogens and disease is self limited. Try palliative measures such as tylenol (acetaminophen) and fluids. Monitor temperature and contact physician for fever over 101.5 or inability to remain hydrated. Also consider contacting physician of this persists past 10 days.

Question 8

what types of rashes are contagious?

Accepted Answer

Viral,bacteria,fungi: Many skin rashes are caused by infections such as herpes, zoster, staph, and tinea. These rashes are all contagious and need to be treated.

Question 9

what causes foot rashes? and are they contagious? are they dangerous on health?

Accepted Answer

Most commonly fungal: Infections affect the feet. If there is redness, scaling and itching it is often a fungal infection (tinea pedis). But it could also be scabies if it is in between the toes, flea bites or even cellulitis (bright red, painful and swollen), to name few. Any rash that does not resolve should be examined.

Question 10

fever, headache, rash skin feels like sand paper in adult what is it?

Accepted Answer

Scarlet fever: Sounds like scarlet fever.  It is a reaction to stre pinfection.  See your doctor since the strep needs to be treated.

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I have this skin rash that just spreads out of no where. i starts itching then it turns into a scab like mark. it is not contagious. what is it?

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How long is someone with ringworm contagious for? (# days prior and after skin rash symptoms) what need to do to prevent transfer to others

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I am experiencing skin rash (quality: itchiness, blisters, flaking or scaling) . : skin redness or irritation. not contagious. rash 3 weeks original rash looks like it's healing but skin around it is red and raised with tiny clear fluid blisters ?

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On my chest area, i have a skin irritation that appears round in form, is not itchy or bumpy rash. and is not contagiouse, what could this be?

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Fever for 2/3 days, pimple like non itchy rash that doesn't go past waist.. sore muscles, headaches for a wk. highly contagious, adult & kids infected?

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