Question 1

child age 10 has a red blotchy patch on both arms?

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Blotchy rash: Sight unseen a blotchy red rash on both arms could be erythema multiforme which may have an allergic cause.

Question 2

i have blotchy itchy patches on my skin all over my body help?

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See your doctor: You may have allergies, eczema, or any form of atopic dermatits.  See your doctor for a diagnosis and get treated.  You may want to isolate what is causing it as well.

Question 3

why when i take a nyc shower, i get red blotchy rash like marks on my body? thanks

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Shower and rash: Hi, i don;t know what NYC shower is but there are couple possibilities here, if the water is hot then you might have water Hives. Please see a Dermatologits.

Question 4

when i get really stressed/nervous i get a blotchy rash on my upper body..no bumps just a rash. what is this?

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Flushing of skin: It is actually classic blotchy flushing of the skin due to heightened stress response. It is completely norma l and yours is a textbook description of it. Best wishes.

Question 5

i have red, blotchy skin on certain parts of my body that i really want to get rid of. it isn't bumpy, just red. how can i get more even skin tone?

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Cause of botching?: To get more even skin tone (other than masking it) , it is important to know what is causing the red blotchy skin- an infection? Allergic reaction?Autoimmune cause? By doing so, it can be treated appropriately. Your doctor can help get a referral to a dermatologist depending on the specific details of your case.

Question 6

i have a red/pink rash all over my body. any ideas on what i could have? this rash is in  blotchy/bubbly form and tends to become very stingy and i also keep changing from hot to cold flashes. im beginning to worry

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A : A rash all over your body as you describe it is concerning.  It also sounds like you are having other associated symptoms.  You should be medically evaluated for this.  Try to describe to your doctor if you have had any allergic-type exposures, such as to lotions, detergents, soaps, new medications, herbs, or any  new foods.  Also let your doctor know if you have had fevers, muscle aches, or any new symptoms.  Please be seen immediately to evaluate your rash.

Question 7

i am 27 weeks and 4 days pregnant and i have an itchy blotchy rash spreading all over my body. what could this be and is it harmful to my baby?

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Maybe PUPPP: Puppp (pruritic urticarial papules and plaques of pregnancy) is fairly common, and is considered harmless to the baby, usually starts on the abdomen often in stretch marks. If there are blisters, it could be herpes gestationis (not viral, contagious herpes) which has more serious implications.

Question 8

two brothers i know have a similar red, blotchy, itchy rash all over their bodies. it is not egzima (sp?) and has been there for 3 months. what is it?

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Scabies?: It may possible be skin infection such as scabies caused by a mite. This needs medical attention, diagnosis and appropriate treatment.

Question 9

i have a blotchy, not itchy rash, covering most of my body. i also have been having a good bit of joint pain. what should i do?

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Need eval: This can't be diagnosed with the information that is available. A history, physical examination &amp; other studies may be needed to determine cause/causes. Once accurately assessed a treatment plan can be developed.

Question 10

my 2 year old has a feverish, red, rash. kind of spotty blotchy. started as 1 spot about an inch long oval shape on inner thigh. now all over body

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Viral?: Viral infection is often accompanied by a rash. If the problem goes away in a few days or is improving, then no worry.  If it is getting worse or the child appears to be ill, then you need to bring the child to your doctor. (assuming that she is not having a drug reaction).

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When i get really stressed/nervous i get a blotchy rash on my upper body..no bumps just a rash. what is this?

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I have red, blotchy skin on certain parts of my body that i really want to get rid of. it isn't bumpy, just red. how can i get more even skin tone?

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I have a red/pink rash all over my body. any ideas on what i could have? this rash is in blotchy/bubbly form and tends to become very stingy and i also keep changing from hot to cold flashes. im beginning to worry

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I am 27 weeks and 4 days pregnant and i have an itchy blotchy rash spreading all over my body. what could this be and is it harmful to my baby?

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Two brothers i know have a similar red, blotchy, itchy rash all over their bodies. it is not egzima (sp?) and has been there for 3 months. what is it?

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I have a blotchy, not itchy rash, covering most of my body. i also have been having a good bit of joint pain. what should i do?

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My 2 year old has a feverish, red, rash. kind of spotty blotchy. started as 1 spot about an inch long oval shape on inner thigh. now all over body

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