Question 1

itchy rash on inner thigh only at night, what could this be?

Accepted Answer

Fungal, tinea cruris: Good evening, 
itchy rash on the inner thigh could be due to a fungal infection, tinea cruris, especially in a heavy-set person. There is no precise reason why it should appear only at night; probably, we are too busy during the daytime to pay attention to it. If it is due to a fungal infection, it may need specific creams to make it go away. Over-the-counter creams, though helpful, see a doctor.

Question 2

i keep getting rashes everytime i go to the country (my whole family does)! this itchy rash also prevents me from sleep at night! what to do?

Accepted Answer

See dermatologist: If this happens when you are in the countryside , you are likely allergic to something outdoors or even to the sun. 
I would suggest that you consult a dermatologist to find out the cause. Certainly poison oak/poison ivy is a factor to be considered especially since its resin on contaminated articles may remain potent for months.

Question 3

itchy rash with bumps. really itchy at night on shins and forearms?

Accepted Answer

Scabies?: Scabies is an infection caused by mites which is very itchy at night. It involves wrists ankles, waist, armpits and genitalia. See doctor for diagnosis and possible treatment with safe effective medication.

Question 4

since he was a baby my 5yr old breaks out in a bad itchy rash on his torso at night during summer months. possible causes? treatment?

Accepted Answer

Heat rash: Heat rash is a normal rash that occurs in infants and children when they are overheated and sweaty. Most likely your child is too hot at night.   Avoid nylon or polyester sleepwear, cotton is best.   Apply cornstarch baby powder at bedtime to prevent the rash from occurring. Also use lightweight, cotton bedding only. it is safe to use Hydrocortisone cream 1-2 x/day on the rash to ease the itching.

Question 5

extremely itchy rash on stomach and sides, worse at night. it started gradually, became worse over the last several days.  could it be scabies?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: Problems like these can only be correctly handled by your doctor in person.  He/she needs to listen to you, perform an examination and possibly run labs or other tests. That's the only way he/she can find out what's going on and what to do about it.

Question 6

my 3yr old has an itchy rash on palms of hands and soles of her feet. maiy itchy at night. what could it be? thanks

Accepted Answer

Multiple causes: The most common rash in her age group on the palms and soles is eczema but other possibilities include fungal infections and variations of psoriasis or a few rare conditions. Use only unscented soaps for handwashing and see a physician to see if a topical steroid cream is needed to treat the rash.

Question 7

how did i suddenly get an itchy rash?  are all sudden itchy rashes allergic in nature?

Accepted Answer

Rashes: Most allergic rashes are itchy however, not all itchy rashes are allergic. A good example is scabies that is cause by an arthroppod (insect) that tunnels beneath the skin. Ask your primary care provider to evaluate the rash first, seek a dermatologists opinion if the pcp can not determine the cause.

Question 8

i have itching near my inner thighs and rashes. brown itchy rash appears ?

Accepted Answer

A common rash in : the skin folds of the inner thigh is jock itch.This can be treated with over the counter anti-fungal medicine.

Question 9

i have itchy rash on my neck, rashes appeared on the back of my neck and been slowly spreading to the sides. my body feels hot inside, my whole back.

Accepted Answer

See doctor for eval: The rash needs to be evaluated.  Need to see your primary care physician or a dermatologist who will need to do careful history and Physical exam.

Question 10

hi there!
i have an itchy rash on my chest, it keeps spreading to shoulders and breast. i usually use fluticasone propionate 0.005% ointment for rashes but it doesn't help in this case. also, i moved from eu to the us a year ago. please help.

Accepted Answer

Need to be seen: start with your doctor, who may refer you to a dermatologist, it could very well be a fungal infection. Kindly don't use a strong steroid, prescription strength, medication as fluticasone  ointment  without doctor's supervision, best wishes

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Itchy rash on inner thigh only at night, what could this be?

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I keep getting rashes everytime i go to the country (my whole family does)! this itchy rash also prevents me from sleep at night! what to do?

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Itchy rash with bumps. really itchy at night on shins and forearms?

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Since he was a baby my 5yr old breaks out in a bad itchy rash on his torso at night during summer months. possible causes? treatment?

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Extremely itchy rash on stomach and sides, worse at night. it started gradually, became worse over the last several days. could it be scabies?

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My 3yr old has an itchy rash on palms of hands and soles of her feet. maiy itchy at night. what could it be? thanks

A member asked:

How did i suddenly get an itchy rash? are all sudden itchy rashes allergic in nature?

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I have itching near my inner thighs and rashes. brown itchy rash appears ?

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I have itchy rash on my neck, rashes appeared on the back of my neck and been slowly spreading to the sides. my body feels hot inside, my whole back.

A member asked:

Hi there! i have an itchy rash on my chest, it keeps spreading to shoulders and breast. i usually use fluticasone propionate 0.005% ointment for rashes but it doesn't help in this case. also, i moved from eu to the us a year ago. please help.

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