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Rashes
A rash involves changes in the texture or color of the skin or an area of the body. It may cause the skin to itch; become warm, dry, bumpy, or blistered; and may be painful.
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Can vinegar in laundry cause a rash?
I just started adding vinegar to the laundry (fabric softener and bleach bins) about three loads ago and now both of my kids (2.5 yrs and 6 mo.) both have slight rashes. I have no idea yet if I should attribute it to the vinegar, but they are otherwise acting healthy so for now I'm blaming it on the vinegar. The vinegar worked great on the laundry however!
What is a red rash on the arms torso and thighs that does not itch and has no accompanying fever?
I doubt you have syphilis but see below. More likely you are experiencing an allergy or contact dermatitis - the soap you wash your clothes or sheets with can affect all the areas you mention.
About Syphilis:
Syphilis is a sexually transmitted disease that is caused by a germ called Treponema pallidum. T. pallidum is a spirochete that spreads from a person with a primary or certain secondary symptoms of syphilis by direct contact, causing the primary lesion at the point of contact.
The primary lesion is a painless indurated sore. It generally only lasts from 1 to 3 weeks. The lesion is usally located at the site of sexual contact, usually the mouth, genitals or rectum of the infected individual. The infected person passes this infection to the mouth, genitals or rectum of their partner only while symptomatic. The lesion may not appear until 3 months after the sexual contact, but usually appears within 10 days.
There is often a period of time after the primary lesion has healed where there are no symptoms. This can last from 0 days to 12 weeks.
Secondary syphilis can have many classic presentations. It can be a rash; several different types of maculopapular rashes may appear anywhwere on the body. A classic symptom is a brownish hyperpigmentation on the soles of the feet and the palms of the hands. Skin rashes from syphilis are not contagious. A moist, bumpy cauliflower-like condition called condyloma lata may also appear. This secondary symptom is highly contagious.
Secondary symptoms may last for 8 weeks; rashes may take longer than this to fully resolve.
Syphilis is treated with penicillin; usually 2.4 million units of long acting penicillin injected into a large muscle.
Syphilis is diagnosed with simple blood tests; an RPR (rapid plasma reagin) test detects the level of antibodies to syphilis present in a blood sample by titering the sample and continuing testing. The relative strength of the antibody response can be an indication of the stage of the disease.
RPR tests are confirmed with a direct test for T. Pallidum.
A person diagnosed with syphilis will usually be interviewed by a public health professional for sexual contacts during and immediately before the likely date of infection. The disease is very predictable and given good information on interview a source is likely to be identified as well as potential spreads.
One of the worst outcomes for a case of syphilis is the passing of syphilis from an untreated pregnant woman to her unborn baby. Congenital syphilis infections are treatable but may cause permanent effects prior to birth.
If you feel you may have syphilis; if you know you have been with someone who has syphilis; if you live in an area with high syphilis rates and are sexually active you may want to visit your local public health clinic for a screening test. At the very least you should see a doctor if you are losing sleep over the rash you describe.
What does it mean when you have white spots on your arms?
Normally the white spot are caused by the skin condition vitiligo. vitiligo is a pigmentation disorder. No know permanent cause of the vitiligo yet discovered there for the treatment of the vitiligo is not an simple affair. Normally white patches of vitiligo appear on the skin parts which are exposed to sun.
Anything might cause a rash, if the individual was sensitive enough to it; although punctures are the usual complaint with cacti.
How did technology help treat smallpox?
Technology helped Smallpox because they invented the needle to cure it with, at least that's what my primary school teacher taught me!! Yeah i think they did invent the needle because a young boy was tried out with it first to see if it would work.
Does food poisoning give you a rash?
Some kinds of adverse reactions to food can include rashes, but food poisoning is not usually one of them.
Can eating too much fish give you a skin rash?
It seems that it can. I myself get tender pimple-like spots on my cheeks after eating salmon, and have decided that I shall quite eating salmon. It is likely that the fish (most often cultivated) has too many contaminants, and probably depending on what animal feed it has been fed and grown on. Ask around, and you will find many persons have attributed their rash to a marinade or sauce when it is in fact the salmon itself that is the culprit.
Could you die from cyanoderma?
Cyanoderma is an old term that is presently called: cyanosis - a bluish discoloration of the skin, secondary to insufficient oxygenation of the blood. There are infinite etiologies for cyanosis - have your physician examine you to determine if it is life-threatening or not.
Can you put econaderm cream a rash?
Econaderm cream, which contains a corticosteroid, can be used to treat certain types of rashes, particularly those associated with inflammation and itching. However, it’s important to use it as directed by a healthcare professional and only for the specific type of rash it is intended for. Always consult with a doctor or pharmacist before applying any medication to ensure it is appropriate for your condition.
What causes a Skin rash with red lines?
Maybe poison ivy. if spaced very close together. If spaced 1\4 inch apart in sets of 2,3,4 or even 5 . . . .BED Bugs. they will itch but won't spread whereas poison ivy or oak spread where ever you itch.
Many things can cause a rash on the inner arm that doesn't itch. Common causes are allergies, bug bites, reaction to lotions or soaps, or irritation from clothing.
What causes red marks on skin and itch?
It's most likely chicken pox. Chicken pox are red spots on the skin and can be very itchy and irritating.
I think its a yeast infection I had it before and my doctor gave me a cream to use until it went away
There is a product for this that will eliminate the creams. it is called Pambra's the original bra liner. it absorbs any moisture and leaves the skin dry to heal. Pambra's are Dr recommended as well.
How can you give yourself a fake rash?
The best way is to rub where you want there to be a rash. p.s. - I got a day off of school because of this
How can you get rid of skin rash on your nose?
Try Vaseline and if that doesn't work ask your local pharmacist or Dermatologist.
What does a allergic reaction to sun block look like?
i also get what i think may be an allergic reaction from OJ too, everytime i drink it, like the next day my skin is breaking out around my mouth and sometimes my neck, but when i stop for about a wekk or so of no Orange juice, everythng is normal again
What causes the itching in the inner thighs and other sensitive areas and also makes red rashes?
Itching and a rash on the inner thighs and genital areas can be cause by tinea cruris, which also is called jock itch. It is caused by a fungal infection. Treatment for this condition can include anti-fungal medications.
What is a rash with tiny red dots that itch?
It could be Tinia Versicolor, I have it and it's a pain to deal with. Go buy a bottle of Selsun Blue shampoo, and use it as a lotion on the itchy spots of your skin, and sleep with it, It should improve it a bit.
Hello - It is difficult to say what these spots could be without seeing them myself. It does sound like it may be moles or possibly even fungal related. See your Doctor for a examination.
What should you do if you had suspected Swine Flu and took Tamiflu but have come out in a rash?
You should always contact the ordering doctor or the pharmacist who filled your prescription whenever you are taking a new medication and you get a rash. It is advised that people should stop the medicine until they can speak to the medical or pharmaceutical professionals in case it is an allergic reaction to the medicine. Sometimes the A-H1N1/09 pandemic swine flu has caused rashes as a symptom, but since it could be the new medicine, better safe than sorry.
