Question 1

have a rash on arms and legs burn and icth what could it be?

Accepted Answer

Possibilities : Include eczema, allergic/contact dermatitis, viral/bacterial infection, food/meds allergy etc. But then only ur pcp or dermatologist can accurately diagnose it. Take care!   http://www.Healthline.Com/health/rashes.

Question 2

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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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.

Question 3

i have very bad sore lower back and now i have a rash on arms and legs i never seem to have any energy?

Accepted Answer

Get rheumatologist: This may be a condition similar to rheumatoid arthritis, that needs evaluation by a medical joint specialist - rheumatologist. There may be bloodwork needed, and may need prolonged treatment depending on the diagnosis.

Question 4

what causes a blister rash on arms and legs after swimming?

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Swimming rash: Basic skin sensitivity to treated water results in contact dermatitis, according to mayoclinic.Com. You develop reddened and irritated skin, sometimes with raised red bumps on your skin. Swimmer's itch is another skin condition that causes red and raised bumps or even blisters on your skin. Parasites in infected water cause swimmer's itch. The condition usually resolves itself after about one week.

Question 5

6 year old finished 10 days of amoxicillin 24 hours ago. now has red non-raised rash on arms and legs,  bothering her much. is she allergic?

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Mgt: Allergic reactions to antibiotics can occur but more details are needed.
 Is the rash blotchy? Does it fade? I would recommend being seen by your PCP. If there are any other symptoms such as respiratory or GI problems, please see the ED.

Question 6

periodic months-long rash on arms and legs, worse with water and exercise, red small bumps, itches and skin peels easily leaving burning red skin,?

Accepted Answer

Dermatologist: For such a persistent,extensive and uncomfortable eruption it's time to consult a dermatologist for diagnosis and treatment.This may be a stubborn form of eczema that requires a skilled specialist.

Question 7

i have patches of an itchy rash on arms and legs. when it started i thought it was ringworm but none of the otc meds have worked. i have pics. ideas?

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There are lots...: ...Of possibilities, but this time of year it is most likely to be an allergic response to something that came in contact with your arms, such as poison ivy, particularly if you've been working in the garden or camping or clearing weeds. Over-the-counter creams are too weak for such rashes, so let a dermatologist give you a precise diagnosis and treatment. Could we see the photos?

Question 8

i have a tiny blister rash on arms and legs after swimming. chlorine caused this?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Chlorine is very caustic and destroy skin. You can either use castor oil to area or muscle rub cream. Soak with epsom salt and baking soda in tub 3tbsp epsom salt and 1tbsp baking soda to help skin.

Question 9

red, raised, rash on arms and legs, allergic raction from depo-provera provera (medroxyprogesterone) shot?

Accepted Answer

Reaction to Depo: Can happen, usually due to the carrier the progestin is in, but could also be the progestin itself. Unfortunately, once you get the shot, you are along for the ride. Allergy treatment is about the best you can do, usually using an anti-histamine. A natural approach is quercitin, a natural antihistamine found in the skin of red apples.

Question 10

can adults get fifth disease without face rash?last week had cold symptoms now for a week i've had red blotchy rash on arms and legs, worse in heat

Accepted Answer

Parvovirus B-19: Yes, you can have fifth disease without developing a facial eruption. That does not mean that you have this, but that this presentation is possible.

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Have a rash on arms and legs burn and icth what could it be?

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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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I have very bad sore lower back and now i have a rash on arms and legs i never seem to have any energy?

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What causes a blister rash on arms and legs after swimming?

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6 year old finished 10 days of amoxicillin 24 hours ago. now has red non-raised rash on arms and legs, bothering her much. is she allergic?

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Periodic months-long rash on arms and legs, worse with water and exercise, red small bumps, itches and skin peels easily leaving burning red skin,?

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I have patches of an itchy rash on arms and legs. when it started i thought it was ringworm but none of the otc meds have worked. i have pics. ideas?

A member asked:

I have a tiny blister rash on arms and legs after swimming. chlorine caused this?

A member asked:

Red, raised, rash on arms and legs, allergic raction from depo-provera provera (medroxyprogesterone) shot?

A member asked:

Can adults get fifth disease without face rash?last week had cold symptoms now for a week i've had red blotchy rash on arms and legs, worse in heat

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