Question 1

do pinworms cause an itchy red rash around the anal area?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Perianal itching is the most common presenting symptom of pinworm infestation &amp; scratching the area can cause redness &amp; irritation. The pinworm is a white, threadlike worm that migrates from the lower bowel where it lives to the perianal area to deposit eggs. Sometimes adult worms may be seen near the anus, particularly in the morning. If you're worried, go see a doc, there are tests &amp; treatment.

Question 2

my 7 year old has had a red anal rash for 2 months now.  dr. has treated for streph, yeast infection, and now testing for pinworm.  what is going on?

Accepted Answer

Maybe...: May be a form of psoriasis which may respond to a cortisone type cream. Also rare sign of colitis.
Ask your pediatrician.

Question 3

my friend has a skin rash, he said it started out small and just it started to spread. red areas and is itchy. what kind of rashes could it be?

Accepted Answer

Multiple causes: If could be related to bites/scabies or may have started from something his skin came in contact with. Have your doctor examine it to make the diagnosis and begin proper treatment. All the best

Question 4

is it possible to develop a skin rash just from dry skin or are skin rashes caused by allergies?

Accepted Answer

Yes: and in the case of dry skin, one may see small raised bumps especially at the extremities. These will often be prevented by using a moisturizer with 3 minutes after bathing. A rash can also be induced by scratching as well. Some skin rashes are caused by allergies (often contact, drug etc) while many are not.

Question 5

i have allergy, probably to ponstan 500. the skin rash is nearly gone after 5 days, but now i start to have really bad rashes. what should i do?

Accepted Answer

Something else?: If the rash improved without treatment only to return a few days after (your dates were not defined), then the problem may be from something other than the drug implicated.  If the rash was treated and returned after the treatment was stopped, then the rash (if due to the drug) may last for 2-3 weeks.

Question 6

skin rash since 6 days, dr diagnosd as viral exanthem. prescribd triamcelone ointment & atarax. rashes are increasing, spreading all over. is this nr?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: If it is a viral exanthem it will continue coming out until it fades. It represents a combination of dead virus and antibodies that leak out of capillaries under the skin.Sometimes a hot shower or bath will speed the process. It is usually faded within 2 wks. The atarax is for any itching an the steroid cream is ????. I suppose they give you something to do.

Question 7

i get skin rash every so often in different parts of my body.the rashes are ongoing and itchy. i've been to a dermatologist and it was inconclusive. i currently have a rash on my face chest and hands.

Accepted Answer

Dermatitis: Dermatitis is an allergic response by your skin to anything irritating. It could be something you ate, something new you used near your skin or a response to an environmental allergen such as a pet or pesticide. Use an oral Antihistamine for itch relief and antiinflammatory effect.

Question 8

horrible skin rash all over my body. what could this be?

Accepted Answer

Hard to tell: Without looking at the rash, and taking a full history of what you have taken or eaten or used on your skin recently, it is hard to tell what it could be. See a doctor for proper work up and diagnosis.

Question 9

itching without rash all over my body, no reddness of my skin.pls what can i do.

Accepted Answer

Itch without Rash: may be do to a LARGE # medical conditions  and you need to consult with a Medical Professional for some testing...the very first thing to do is ask yourself if you have been taking anything or eating anything "unusual" Have you used a new DETERGENT to wash your clothes.
Any PETS in the house....
In the meantime an OTC anti-histamine may be useful BENADRYL (Diphenhydramine) may help.

Question 10

i have a rash all over if you rub on it you can feel a bumps under the skin.  it itches what can this be?

Accepted Answer

??Hives??: Sounds like hives with possibly some angioedema (swelling within the dermis). Also known as urticaria. Try a simple antihistamine to see if this helps, if not, you should have someone look at the rash since this isn't the place to diagnose a rash. Needs to be visualized.

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Do pinworms cause an itchy red rash around the anal area?

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My 7 year old has had a red anal rash for 2 months now. dr. has treated for streph, yeast infection, and now testing for pinworm. what is going on?

A member asked:

My friend has a skin rash, he said it started out small and just it started to spread. red areas and is itchy. what kind of rashes could it be?

A member asked:

Is it possible to develop a skin rash just from dry skin or are skin rashes caused by allergies?

A member asked:

I have allergy, probably to ponstan 500. the skin rash is nearly gone after 5 days, but now i start to have really bad rashes. what should i do?

A member asked:

Skin rash since 6 days, dr diagnosd as viral exanthem. prescribd triamcelone ointment & atarax. rashes are increasing, spreading all over. is this nr?

A member asked:

I get skin rash every so often in different parts of my body.the rashes are ongoing and itchy. i've been to a dermatologist and it was inconclusive. i currently have a rash on my face chest and hands.

A member asked:

Horrible skin rash all over my body. what could this be?

A member asked:

Itching without rash all over my body, no reddness of my skin.pls what can i do.

A member asked:

I have a rash all over if you rub on it you can feel a bumps under the skin. it itches what can this be?

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