Question 1

i have had itchy skin with no rash for weeks now. comes in waves. generally, scalp, neck, arms and legs. rarely torso and never feet/ hands. ?

Accepted Answer

? dry skin: as it is affecting the more exposed areas, however, if symptoms are really bothersome you may want to see a dermatologist, meanwhile, try some skin care techniques: as bathing with cream soap, moisturize your skin right after, hydrate you body well, and avoid prolonged sun exposure, occasional antihistamine might help too, good luck

Question 2

my baby boy  2 year old having acne issues from past month, at every two days he is having new acne on his face and sometimes on his hand and arms, no rashes and no red skin,  what is the reason for it?

Accepted Answer

Impetigo : A skin infection called impetigo may be the cause. Photos may be uploaded to HT virtual inbox consults or shared with your pediatrician. Keep the skin clean, avoid skin irritation and please follow up.

Question 3

my 11 year old daughter has a rash on her arms legs torso and face she is also suffering from head ache and dizzyness what could cause this?

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Many possibilities: Good morning. There are many possible causes for this combination of symptoms. I would strongly recommend that your daughter be seen by her doctor.

Question 4

rash on arms and hands?

have tried glass test and it went away, looks like tiny red pin pricks?

Accepted Answer

Rash: A rash deserves in person evaluation for proper recommendations

Question 5

mystery rash on arms and hands only. how do i find out what it is?

Accepted Answer

Get it checked out.: You need to see your regular doctor of a dermatologist to be able to identify what the rash is.

Question 6

son has white spots on hands and fingers for about month. now itchy rash on arms legs?

Accepted Answer

Itchy White Spots: This sounds like something known as dyshidrotic eczema, but without a picture or more description of the rash, it's hard to know.  Would check with a dermatologist.

Question 7

any recommendations for an ointment for hand foot and mouth rash on a 2 year old?  she's energetic but a little uncomfortable with rash on arms/bottom

Accepted Answer

No need: Blistery rash associated with hand-foot-mouth disease resolves spontaneously.

Question 8

flat red rash on arms legs, face and neck. it is splotchie and does not itch.no medication changes. i have crohn's disease.

Accepted Answer

Crohn's Disease: There are several skin manifestations of Crohn's disease some of which can be quite serious i.e pyoderma gangrenosum (PG). From your description of your rash it is unlikely to be PG, but you should get it checked by your Primary Care Provider. Also, just because you have Crohn's disease does not mean that every one of your health problem are related to Crohn's.

Question 9

i was exposed to vegas heat for no more than 15 minutes today and broke out in rash on arms/chest/face. nauseous, fever, weak. anything otc to alleviate?

Accepted Answer

May be: May be photodrug reaction from ibuprofen. Please see your dermatologist for evaluation and to discuss treatment options or at least a doctor. This could get very bad.

Question 10

daughter playing at park got a severe rash on arms and legs. but only where sun hit. stopped at sleeves and not on face or neck. sun rash? i have pics

Accepted Answer

Rash: If the rash is not fading please try and get her in to a pediatrician ASAP! Take the pics with you.

PS: I would like to see them if possible.

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I have had itchy skin with no rash for weeks now. comes in waves. generally, scalp, neck, arms and legs. rarely torso and never feet/ hands. ?

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My baby boy 2 year old having acne issues from past month, at every two days he is having new acne on his face and sometimes on his hand and arms, no rashes and no red skin, what is the reason for it?

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My 11 year old daughter has a rash on her arms legs torso and face she is also suffering from head ache and dizzyness what could cause this?

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Rash on arms and hands? have tried glass test and it went away, looks like tiny red pin pricks?

A member asked:

Mystery rash on arms and hands only. how do i find out what it is?

A member asked:

Son has white spots on hands and fingers for about month. now itchy rash on arms legs?

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Any recommendations for an ointment for hand foot and mouth rash on a 2 year old? she's energetic but a little uncomfortable with rash on arms/bottom

A member asked:

Flat red rash on arms legs, face and neck. it is splotchie and does not itch.no medication changes. i have crohn's disease.

A member asked:

I was exposed to vegas heat for no more than 15 minutes today and broke out in rash on arms/chest/face. nauseous, fever, weak. anything otc to alleviate?

A member asked:

Daughter playing at park got a severe rash on arms and legs. but only where sun hit. stopped at sleeves and not on face or neck. sun rash? i have pics

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