Question 1

how to get rid of red spots on the skin of my foot fungus?

Accepted Answer

See below: As the fungus goes away so should the red spots.

Question 2

under skin red spots on end of big toe. also have toenail fungus on same toe.

Accepted Answer

Red dots: near toes could be an extension of fungus onto the skin from your toenail. Get some help and see a podiatrist or skin doctor for more clarification and treatment.

Question 3

are there any over-the-counter creams for fungi skin spots? (tiny red spots)

Accepted Answer

OTC anti fungal  : Yes try Lotrimin (clotrimazole)  over the counter cream or any other store brand antifungals.

Question 4

itchy scalp and red spots. exams negative for fungus. took steroid antihistamines for one month but not working anymore. hair loss and extremely oily?

Accepted Answer

Dermatologist: A dermatologist is best qualified to evaluate,advise and treat you. You may have seborrheic dermatitis affecting your scalp and hair quality. After a diagnosis and treatment, work with a skilled beautician who can instruct you on proper hair care and continue with her program and follow-up.

Question 5

i have redness and small red spots on the head of my penis. what are they?

Accepted Answer

Possibilities: There is a possibility that it can be a sexualy transmitted disease but another possibility is pearly papules (photos can be seen using search engine - i.e. google images).  These are benign not contagious and common so possibly nothing to worry about. If there is any question as to the cause see your MD.

Question 6

what is wrong with his skin? so about three weeks ago my son started getting redness around his skin. he kept scratching it and almost made it bleed. about two days ago i noticed that there are red spots all over his back and some on his stomach. he has a

Accepted Answer

A : A rash with raised red bumps is called a maculopapular rash and can be caused by many, many things such as: 
-food or drug allergy 
-viral infections such as fifths disease, roseola, ebv, CMV just to name a few 
-insect bites such as fleas or scabies 
-bacterial infection such as scarlet fever (caused by strep) 
-medication reaction

or it can be seen in very rare things such as: 
-measles 
-toxic shock syndrome 
-kawasaki disease 
-meningitis 
-stevens-johnson syndrome 
-rocky mountain spotted fever disease

the list goes on and on.

The best thing to do is to call your child's doctor. They may want to take a look to see what it may be. Odds are that if your child does not have a high fever or is not acting sick, then it's probably nothing serious.

Question 7

i used a rough sponge to get rid of henna now my hand is blistered what can i do also tiny red spots have appeared under my skin and severe redness?

Accepted Answer

Exam needed: Its recommended that you be examined by a physician urgently in order to determine whether the findings are due to allergic reaction, primary irritation/inflammation from abrasive trauma or whether there is a superimposed bacterial infection(cellulitis) which needs urgent treatment.

Question 8

red spots on the head of my penis, it doesn't hurt even if i get erections, the redness come and go, some times the intensifies for a day, but most of the time i can barely see them. thinking it was balanitis i used clotrimazole for 1 month no change?

Accepted Answer

: Try changing your laundry detergent, wear a loose underwear and apply cortisone OTC cream. If it does not get better pl see a Urologist or dermatologist. I hope that helps you

Question 9

when i'm very cold my skin itches and i get red spots thr don't do away. i've got 100's of them. can u tell me wht this is please?

Accepted Answer

? Cold Urticaria ?: Recommend that you get this evaluated by your physician or an allergist.

Question 10

i have all these red spots on my skin. what are they?

Accepted Answer

Cherry angiomas: Most likely they are cherry angiomas, usually on chest and abdomen, and other family members might have it also. But, sometimes, a condition called essential telangiectasia, could present as such (red spots). Dermatologists might tell you more when they see you..

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How to get rid of red spots on the skin of my foot fungus?

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Under skin red spots on end of big toe. also have toenail fungus on same toe.

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Are there any over-the-counter creams for fungi skin spots? (tiny red spots)

A member asked:

Itchy scalp and red spots. exams negative for fungus. took steroid antihistamines for one month but not working anymore. hair loss and extremely oily?

A member asked:

I have redness and small red spots on the head of my penis. what are they?

A member asked:

What is wrong with his skin? so about three weeks ago my son started getting redness around his skin. he kept scratching it and almost made it bleed. about two days ago i noticed that there are red spots all over his back and some on his stomach. he has a

A member asked:

I used a rough sponge to get rid of henna now my hand is blistered what can i do also tiny red spots have appeared under my skin and severe redness?

A member asked:

Red spots on the head of my penis, it doesn't hurt even if i get erections, the redness come and go, some times the intensifies for a day, but most of the time i can barely see them. thinking it was balanitis i used clotrimazole for 1 month no change?

A member asked:

When i'm very cold my skin itches and i get red spots thr don't do away. i've got 100's of them. can u tell me wht this is please?

A member asked:

I have all these red spots on my skin. what are they?

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