Question 1

can you get a rash with dry skin? i am diabetic and little pink patches on my skin?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Rash is certainly possible whether skin is dry or not.

Question 2

i have a small pink-red dry patch of skin that is not itchy or painful on my lower buttock, is it a rash? what could be the cause?

Accepted Answer

It depends.: You might have been born with it.  This happens sometimes, and is usually called a port wine stain, or simply a discoloration of the skin due to lack of pigment.  It also might be a lesion/cut/bite that healed long ago and stayed red.  If you have others, it could be a skin condition from some disease.  It would be wise to see your doctor to be sure, or just be aware of it if you are ok otherwise.

Question 3

what does a dry patch of skin and a small speck of pink on the penis mean? my boyfriend has been have weird things happen to him since we have started having unprotected sex. he at first would have diarreah and once he threw up and he also complained abou

Accepted Answer

This : This may be a case of jock itch aka tinea cruris. It's very hard to say without seeing the lesion. If the area is still affected and particularly if it's itchy he can try an over anti-fungal cream like clotrimazole. If that does not work or he is concerned he should visit a medical professional.
All the best.

Question 4

can oral herpes/cold sores show up just as a small, dry patch of slightly reddened skin by corner of mouth? i feel like my lips have felt weird and i have a small, pink dry patch by my lip?

Accepted Answer

: This is very unlikely to be herpes, but herpes outbreaks can have atypical appearances. If it lasts more than a few days without change in appearance or clearing up entirely, for sure it isn't herpes.

Question 5

what does an hiv rash look like? i've developed red/pink dry skin patches (kind of in a circular shape) on my outer and back legs as well as my side hips/muffin top area. it does itch a little bit?

Accepted Answer

: First and maybe most important, a rash is never the only symptom of a new HIV infection. If you don't also have sore throat, fever, or enlarged lymph nodes, you can be quite sure the rash isn't due to HIV. Also, the typical appearance isn't at all ike you describe:  typically it's painless, non-itch red spots mostly on the trunk. Regardless of symptoms, have an HIV blood test if possibly at risk.

Question 6

found bright red/pink fleshy patch on right breast. thought was ringworm, but no dry scaly skin. rubbed;bled little bit. doesn't itch. what is this?

Accepted Answer

See a doctor: Without examining this it is impossible to say what it is, but anything that bleeds on your breast should be examined and diagnosed as quickly as possible. Good luck.

Question 7

i have this dry bumpy patch on skin? what should i do?

Accepted Answer

Try some aquaphor: but depending on where it is you may need a dermatologist.

Question 8

what is the cause of these rough dry patches of skin on face?

Accepted Answer

Dry, rough skin: These patches of skin would likely need to be examined and more history obtained  to be able to provide you with useful input about the diagnosis or possible treatment.

Question 9

what is the best way to treat skin that is oily with dry patches?

Accepted Answer

Cream: Over the counter steriod creams might help.  Creams usually have a drying effect that will help with the oily skin.  The dry spots might get worse.  Clean the skin with a white non-perfumed soap (i usually reccommend lever 2000 or dial), then apply a thin layer of steroid cream mixed with a few drops of water, and finish with a thin layer of bag balm  or eucerin plain.  Max is twice a day , .

Question 10

round patches of skin that starts out small then spreads. after a few weeks the patch is dry and flaky.

Accepted Answer

DRY FLAKY SKIN PATCH: WITHOUT SEEING THESE DRY SCALY SKIN PATCHES THERE IS NO WAY WE CAN TELL.
DO THEY ITCH?
IT COULD BE A HARMLESS DISORDER CALLED PITYRIASIS ROSEA.
DO SEE A DERMATOLOGIST.
BEST LUCK

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Can you get a rash with dry skin? i am diabetic and little pink patches on my skin?

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I have a small pink-red dry patch of skin that is not itchy or painful on my lower buttock, is it a rash? what could be the cause?

A member asked:

What does a dry patch of skin and a small speck of pink on the penis mean? my boyfriend has been have weird things happen to him since we have started having unprotected sex. he at first would have diarreah and once he threw up and he also complained abou

A member asked:

Can oral herpes/cold sores show up just as a small, dry patch of slightly reddened skin by corner of mouth? i feel like my lips have felt weird and i have a small, pink dry patch by my lip?

A member asked:

What does an hiv rash look like? i've developed red/pink dry skin patches (kind of in a circular shape) on my outer and back legs as well as my side hips/muffin top area. it does itch a little bit?

A member asked:

Found bright red/pink fleshy patch on right breast. thought was ringworm, but no dry scaly skin. rubbed;bled little bit. doesn't itch. what is this?

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I have this dry bumpy patch on skin? what should i do?

A member asked:

What is the cause of these rough dry patches of skin on face?

A member asked:

What is the best way to treat skin that is oily with dry patches?

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Round patches of skin that starts out small then spreads. after a few weeks the patch is dry and flaky.

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