Question 1

i have a thick rash only on my left arm pit. what should i do? the rash is not one big rash. it is spred out in 4 different rashes & bright red.

Accepted Answer

Get the diagnosis: There are many types and causes of skin rashes.  Several types of inflammatory conditions of the skin, allergic reactions, and sometimes bacterial, viral or fungal infections can cause rashes on the skin. Insect bites can also be the cause of a rash on the skin.  Have it evaluated by a professional and get the appropriate treatment.

Question 2

left arm keeps breaking out in eraser-sized rashes each one is made up of many small bumps. once i even felt the rash pop up out of nowhere. thoughts?

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Rash: Rashes are hard to diagnose sometimes when you are looking at them.  Impossible to diagnose without even seeing them.  You need to see your doctor.

Question 3

last night i ate 2 pcs of chicken and develop some rashes in my arms and legs, can i consider it as one of d foods tat im allergic with?

Accepted Answer

Not so fast: Your rash and the ingestion of chicken may have been coincidental.  See an allergist to get skin tested.  Chicken allergy is rare and i bet there is something else going on.

Question 4

i'm currently on the accutane, and one day i woke up with rashes on my face and both arms. did accutane cause rashes? if yes, how do i get rid of it?

Accepted Answer

It is a side effect: Your rash can be caused by acutane. It is important that you avoid irritants such as sun during this time and stay moisturized. You should also show your rash to your current prescribing doctor.

Question 5

please help! i have terrible rashes on my right arm and legs. strangely, i don't have a rash on my left arm. can this mean please help! i have developed an allergy to something?

Accepted Answer

See a doc: You need a physical examination to assess your rash. Talk to your PCP for physical examination and complete evaluation

Question 6

my husband started getting round rashes on his leg, upper arms and back a few weeks ago. the one on his leg is bigger then all the other ones it kinda looks like a bullseye rash. the only other symptom he has is he has been really tired lately?

Accepted Answer

: Have him seen by a dermatologist as this could be Lyme disease or other tick borne infection. . You can contract these in the winter up north.  Appropriate testing will be done.

Question 7

i have several heart shaped rashes on my arms and one on my stomach. i've tried all kinds of ringworm creams assuming that's what it is. left scars?

Accepted Answer

Hard to say: A common truism about treatment is when appropriate measures don't fix a problem the diagnosis is likely wrong. Skin rashes can represent infections, local reactions,allergies or systemic illness. Diagnosis is often easy when seen by a trained observer. If your treatment for ringworm isn't working it is likely not ringworm. To find out what it is and treatment options will need a visit.

Question 8

plan b one step pill and hives related? i took the plan b pill 2 almost 3 weeks ago and i've started to get hives or rashes on my stomach, arms, legs, back and neck. it weird because i had no other side effects. but i was wondering if it could be related

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The : The odds of you having an allergic reaction from a Plan B taken three weeks ago are highly unlikely. Even if this was the case, there is no treatment aside from over the counter Benadryl (diphenhydramine) for itching.  Consider other potential allergens like new products, lotions, or soaps.
Good luck.

Question 9

my 4.5 yr old daughter mkateko has a rash on one arm and she says its itchy. ?

Accepted Answer

Hard to assess: Most localized rashes suggest some agent contact at that site. that could be plant, bug bite, liquid,etc Without a better description or visual inspection of the rash it is hard to assess what it may be or how to treat it. If it interferes with her activities have it examined. If not it will likely fade within days.

Question 10

i had a rash on one leg then it moved to the other and now it's on my arms? what is this? is it contagious? and it itches

Accepted Answer

Dermatitis / Scabies: You should visit a dermatologist for proper diagnosis. In the meantime take an antihistamine for the itching. Scabies are caused by tiny mites that burrow under the skin and spreads like a rash. Dermatitis is a skin inflammation characterized by red rash, dry and itchy skin.

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I have a thick rash only on my left arm pit. what should i do? the rash is not one big rash. it is spred out in 4 different rashes & bright red.

A member asked:

Left arm keeps breaking out in eraser-sized rashes each one is made up of many small bumps. once i even felt the rash pop up out of nowhere. thoughts?

A member asked:

Last night i ate 2 pcs of chicken and develop some rashes in my arms and legs, can i consider it as one of d foods tat im allergic with?

A member asked:

I'm currently on the accutane, and one day i woke up with rashes on my face and both arms. did accutane cause rashes? if yes, how do i get rid of it?

A member asked:

Please help! i have terrible rashes on my right arm and legs. strangely, i don't have a rash on my left arm. can this mean please help! i have developed an allergy to something?

A member asked:

My husband started getting round rashes on his leg, upper arms and back a few weeks ago. the one on his leg is bigger then all the other ones it kinda looks like a bullseye rash. the only other symptom he has is he has been really tired lately?

A member asked:

I have several heart shaped rashes on my arms and one on my stomach. i've tried all kinds of ringworm creams assuming that's what it is. left scars?

A member asked:

Plan b one step pill and hives related? i took the plan b pill 2 almost 3 weeks ago and i've started to get hives or rashes on my stomach, arms, legs, back and neck. it weird because i had no other side effects. but i was wondering if it could be related

A member asked:

My 4.5 yr old daughter mkateko has a rash on one arm and she says its itchy. ?

A member asked:

I had a rash on one leg then it moved to the other and now it's on my arms? what is this? is it contagious? and it itches

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