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   What causes rashes & itching?

   • Examples include multiple sclerosis, pinched nerves and shingles (herpes zoster). Psychiatric conditions. Examples include anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder and depression. Irritation and allergic reactions. Wool, chemicals, soaps and other things can irritate the skin and cause rashes and itching.

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   Can scratching cause itchy skin?

   • Repeated scratching can cause raised thick areas of skin that might bleed or become infected. Many people find relief with self-care measures such as moisturizers, gentle cleansers and lukewarm baths. Long-term relief requires identifying and treating the cause of itchy skin.

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   What causes itchy skin?

   • Learn more about Mayo Clinic’s use of data. Subscribe! Causes of itchy skin include: Skin conditions. Examples include dry skin (xerosis), eczema (dermatitis), psoriasis, scabies, parasites, burns, scars, insect bites and hives. Internal diseases.

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2. www.verywellhealth.com › autoimmune-disease-rashWhat an Autoimmune Disease Rash Means - Verywell Health

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   Mar 26, 2024 · Rashes can also cause itching and blistering. In many cases, rashes are an outward sign of internal inflammation and are often the first sign of an autoimmune disease. Tests to determine the rash origin include blood tests and skin biopsies.

3. www.healthline.com › health › rashes22 Common Skin Rashes: Pictures, Causes, and Treatment

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   • Fleabites
   • Fifth Disease
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   • Impetigo
   • Ringworm
   • Contact Dermatitis
   • Allergic Eczema
   • Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease
   • Diaper Rash
   • Eczema

   Fleabite rashes are: 1. usually located in clusters on the lower legs and feet 2. itchy, small red bumps on lighter skin tones and more plum-like in color on darker skin tones 3. quick to develop – typically immediately after being bitten Read more on fleabites.

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   Fifth disease may lead to: 1. symptoms that include headache, fatigue, low fever, sore throat, runny nose, diarrhea, and nausea 2. round, bright red rashes on the cheeks, but may be less noticeable on darker skin tones 3. a lacy-patterned rash on the arms, legs, and upper body and might be more visible after a hot shower or bath. This usually happe...

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   Rosacea is a chronic (long-term) skin disease that goes through cycles of fading and relapse. It typically: 1. recurs due to triggers like spicy foods, alcoholic beverages, sunlight, stress, and the intestinal bacteria Helicobacter pylori 2. manifests with common symptoms like facial flushing, raised red bumps, facial redness, skin dryness, and ski...

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   Impetigo is most common in children ages 2–5 yearsTrusted Source, but can happen at any age. It is: 1. often located in the area around the mouth, chin, and nose 2. an irritating rash with fluid-filled blisters that pop easily and form a honey-colored crust 3. brown, purple, or gray in appearance on darker skin tones Read more on impetigo.

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   Ringworm may appear as: 1. itchy, circular scaly patches with raised borders 2. patches of pink or red skin, on light skin tones 3. patches of gray or brown skin, on darker skin tones 4. a raised circle with skin in the middle that appears clearer, and the edges of the ring spreading outward Read more on ringworm.

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   Contact dermatitis appears hours to days after contact with an allergen or irritant. It usually shows as a rash that: 1. has visible borders that develop in the same spot your skin came in contact with the irritating substance 2. appears red, on light skin tones 3. may not be noticeable, on darker skin tones 4. may have blisters that weep, ooze, or...

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   Allergic eczema may resemble a burn. It is: 1. often found on hands and forearms 2. characterized by skin that’s itchy, scaly, or raw 3. typically accompanied by blisters that weep, ooze, or become crusty 4. reddish, on lighter skin tones 5. brown, purple, or gray, on darker skin tones Read more on allergic eczema.

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   The hand, foot, and mouth disease symptoms usually affect children under age 5 years. It typically manifests as: 1. painful, red blisters in the mouth and on the tongue and gums 2. flat or raised red spots located on the palms of the hands and soles of the feet 3. skin-colored or grayish-brown bumps, on darker skin tones 4. spots on the buttocks or...

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   The rash is usually located on and around areas that have direct contact with a diaper. In this rash: 1. the skin looks red, wet, and slightly lighter or darker than the skin color 2. the affected area may be warm to the touch Read more on diaper rash.

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   Eczema causes dry, rough, flaky, inflamed, and irritated skin. With eczema rashes: 1. affected areas may appear red and itchy 2. hair loss may occur on the rash site 3. darker brown or gray patches may appear on darker skin tones Read more on eczema.

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4. www.uclahealth.org › news › articleRed and itchy? When to worry about a rash in adults

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   Oct 1, 2023 · But if you can’t resist the urge to scratch, you can also develop a bacterial infection at the rash site. Signs of an infected rash include: Crusting; Red streaks near the rash; Swelling; Tenderness; Warmth in that area; Yellow or green liquid or pus; The rash is painful. Rashes can be itchy, annoying and uncomfortable.

5. coloradoallergy.com › skin-reaction-scratchingSkin Reaction to Scratching - What is it? - Colorado Allergy ...

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   Allergy & Asthma Insights. Dermatographism is a condition where the skin becomes red, raised, inflamed, and itchy after the skin is scratched, rubbed, or under pressure.

6. www.mayoclinic.org › symptoms-causes › syc-20355006Itchy skin (pruritus) - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic

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   Jan 17, 2024 · Doctors & departments. Overview. Itchy skin is an irritating sensation that makes you want to scratch. It's also called pruritus (proo-RIE-tus). Itchy skin is often caused by dry skin and is common in older adults, as skin tends to become drier with age.

7. my.clevelandclinic.org › health › diseasesSkin Rash: Types, Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis & Treatments

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   Apr 23, 2020 · Skin rashes can be red, inflamed, bumpy as well as dry, itchy or painful. The main cause is dermatitis, which is when your skin reacts to allergens or irritants. Bacteria, viruses, allergens and conditions including eczema, hives, and psoriasis can be the source of skin rashes.

8. www.womenshealthmag.com › redness-in-skin-causes19 Causes Of Skin Redness and How to Treat It, According To Derms

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   Jul 29, 2022 · Know that the most common reason to experience skin redness is skin barrier damage or irritation, according to Lindsey Zubritsky, MD, a dermatologist based in Mississippi and a fellow...