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Autoimmune Diseases That Can Cause Itchy Rash
Autoimmune Disease (Definition)
In auto immune disease the enemy is from with in . As name implies "auto" is self and "immune " is immune system . One 's own immune system for unknown reason turns against self and destroys or damages tissues or cells . List of auto immune disease are many and growing . End result is destruction of of tissues such as thyroid , pancreas or cells such as white ...Read more
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Does lupus sometimes cause itchy hives?
Yes.: Hives may be the first symptom of autoimmune diseases like lupus. Hives that are a symptom of lupus are chronic. That means that you suffer from hives everyday or nearly everyday for at least 6 weeks. Still when looking at all patients with chronic hives less than 1% have lupus. The presence of chronic hives is a very good reason to visit a board-certified allergist who can rule lupus in or out. ...Read more
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Can psoriasis cause random inflammation where ever it "wants"? Or are there specific immune related diseases that cause random benign inflammation?
No it cannot: It is confined basically to skin and arthritic issues. ...Read more
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Does hypothyroidism untreated cause a maculopapular rash? Can it be itchy?
Maybe (not) . . .: Hypothyroidism isn't usually my first thought when someone complains of a maculopapular rash although underactive thyroid has been linked to various rashes. Instead, loss of energy, undesired weight gain, inability to lose weight, cloudy thinking, depression, constipation, etc make me think more of hypothyroidism. Check out http://www.Mayoclinic.Com/health/hypothyroidism/ds00353 for more info. ...Read more
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Can anything besides lupus cause a butterfly rash?
Yes: There are a variety rashes that can mimic the butterfly. Rosacea is the most common to differentiate. There are ways to tell to a point. ...Read more
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Are there autoimmune disorders that causes red, swollen, inflamed and itchy eyelids and a rash?
Atopic Dermatitis: Atopic dermatitis, an immune/allergic disorder, can produce eczema on the skin, as well as red swollen itchy eyelids, and a rash. However, a simple contact allergy, unrelated to an immune disorder can produce similar findings. See your ophthalmologist and perhaps an allergist as well to look into it. ...Read more
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Is parinaud's oculoglandular syndrome infectious? And can it cause an itchy rash on scalp?
Parinaud's: Parinaud's oculoglandular syndrome, a combination of granulomatous conjunctivitis in one eye, and swollen lymph nodes in front of the ear on the same side. Most cases are caused by cat-scratch disease, altho the bacteria causing tularemia, and herpes simplex and some fungi have been involved. It should not be confused with the midbrain neurological syndrome also named after parinaud. ...Read more
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Can sjogrens cause sun induced aches, fatigue, rash? My rheumatologist says yes & that many connect tissue diseases can have photosensitivity.
See below: I agree with your rheumatologist. Sun protective clothing is helpful to minimize as well as avoid the sun during peak hours. ...Read more
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Can lupus cause eczema on scalp?
No.: They are two unrelated diseases. Eczema is quite common so the combination would not be unusual! ...Read more
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Can exposure to molds cause tachycardia, inflammation, itching and skin sores?
Yes: Yes if it results in an allergic reaction...Get evaluated by your physician and/or an allergist don't delay. ...Read more
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Can itchy arms be a symptom of celiac disease?
Yes: Itching blistering rash on elbows, forearms and shins classic skin manifestation of celiac known as dermatitis herpetiformis. ...Read more
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Can EBV cause a autoimmune reaction?
Controversial: Ebv is so common that there are many associations, but little evidence for actually causing autoimmune disease. ...Read more
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What can cause red blisters, rash all over?
Red blisters Rash?: It is difficult to advice you based on your description, it could be contact dermatitis, chicken pox, allergic rash, or something else.You should see your doctor asap or go to the emergency room to find out what is the rash from. ...Read more
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What can cause an itchy spreading rash?
A multitude of : possible causes.
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Infection can cause itchy skin?
Not usually alone: Skin infections typically cause painful red swollen skin. Itching of the skin is usually caused by dermatitis and allergies. ...Read more
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Where can rashes appear with sarcoidosis?
Rash with sarcoidosi: 25% of patients have rashes as the presentation.The rashes are more common in lower extremities.It can be erythema nodosum, which is raised painful bumps more common in lower extremities, or plaque like rash or reddish brown maculopaoular rash.The rash usually disappear without any treatment i 2 to 4 weeks. ...Read more
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Can anyone identify a red skin rash (similar looking to ring worm) that would cause a raised red/pink welt and itch? (possibly autoimmune response)
Rash: It sounds like youre talking about the hives or urticaria which is usually caused by allergy. Unfortunately it is impossible to give you a definitive diagnosis without seeing a picture of you lesion. Therefore, see your doctor for an exact diagnosis and treatment. ...Read more
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Will macterial meningitis cause itching and a rash?
Meningitis: These are possible depending upon the causative organism. ...Read more
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What can cause splinter hemorrhages and urticaria-like rashes?
Sx's: This can't be diagnosed with the information that is available. A history, physical examination & other studies may be needed to determine cause/causes. ...Read more
Autoimmune (Definition)
The immune system developed to tell our own, normal cells (self) from foreign and abnormal cells (non-self). This lets the immune system eliminate viruses, bacteria, fungi and cancer cells from our body without harming normal cells. Sometimes the immune system fails to tell self from non-self and it attacks normal cells, for example in ...Read more
Rash (Definition)
A skin rash is a symptom in which a person has changes on part or all of his skin, such as color changes, bumps, blisters, oozing, peeling, ...Read more
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