Itchy rash viral infection

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Hello, Itchy bumps can be due to scabies, contact dermatitis, viral infection or an allergic reaction. Please elaborate more on the symptoms and description of rash so that a list of differentials can be made. I hope it helps. Take care and please do keep me posted in case you have any additional doubts. Kind regards.

fifths disease is a viral infection. It presents like flu. You don't know you have it until a red, lacy rash appears all over your face, arms, legs and trunk. Usually the child looks like they have been slapped in the face. By the time the rash appears, the child is over the contagious stage and actually on to feeling better. Treat like flu. Rest, fluid. It will go away in a few days. And sometimes, the rash will look better after resting, only to get redder after the child has been active.

After recovering from a serious upper respiratory infection (Amox with Augmentin prescribed), I broke out in a terribly itchy rash. At first it appeared to be like scabies, so was treated for that. Then, at times it was hive like (even the scratches raised up like hives). It is not everywhere, underarms, breasts, naval, lower abdomen, back. chest, shoulders, wrists, hands. There are many small bumps mixed with bigger hive like bumps. Very, very itchy. Calamine helps.

Hello, One of the possibilities for such itchy rashes that come and go is of hives. Hives (medically known as urticaria) are red, itchy, raised areas of skin that appear in varying shapes and sizes. They have a tendency to change size rapidly and to move around, disappearing in one place and reappearing in other places, often in a matter of hours. Many cases of hives are "idiopathic," meaning no cause is known. Others may be triggered by viral infections or medications.

Hello, From the symptoms the possibility of hives is important. Many cases of hives are "idiopathic," meaning no cause is known. Others may be triggered by viral infections or medications. Take some antihistaminic like Benadryl and apply some calamine lotion on the rash. If the symptoms are worse then please apply steroid creams after consulting a dermatologist. I hope it helps. Take care and regards.

I need a sanity check here. A close friend has developed a very itchy rash over her entire body, which flared up virtually overnight 3 days ago, peaked 2 days ago, went down significantly yesterday, and today is very bad again. After some extensive sleuthing online, I believe she has a viral infection called Eczema Herpeticum. It's caused by the Herpes Simplex Virus Type 1 (HSV-1), cold sores, (genital herpes is HSV-2) coming into contact with an existing eczema.

Hello, Most likely it is due to a viral rash or due to an allergic reaction to the medicine which is causing hives. Take some antihistaminics like Benadryl or Claritin and apply some calamine lotion on the rashes. You can also apply some steroid cream and if the symptoms persist then a dermatologist’s evaluation will be the best. Other possibilities like sweat dermatitis, heat rash and fungal infections has to be ruled out. I sincerely hope that helps. Take care.

Any history of allergies? Is the rash itchy? One differential for rash that may occur in most parts of the body is a viral exanthem that usually accompanies viral infections. The Ebstein Barr Virus, Measles, Rubella and enteroviruses may cause viral exanthems.Another diferential will be a hypersensitvity reaction to certain medications. Has your wife taken any medications that could have caused these?

Viral infections can be associated with rashes. Please post some good quality pics and should be able to help. Regards Dr.

Hi Your rash could be caused directly or indirectly by stress, allergic reactions (hives) heat or sun exposure, bacterial, viral or fungal infections, underlying medical illness or medications. Skin rashes are diagnosed clinically based on the history and appearance of the rash. You should consult a dermatologist so that he finds the exact cause and gives you medications to treat the underlying cause.

Hello, Since the itchy bumps are covering the entire body and is generalized in nature, hence the possibilities of allergy and viral infection needs to be ruled out. You can take non-sedating antihistamines such as Cetirizine. Sedating antihistamines such as Benadryl is used at night to get urticaria control. Short courses of oral cortisone or steroids are taken for short periods (one to three days) to settle more severe symptoms but they are available under prescription.

She came from school and I found rashes all over her body and more on face. They are non itchy rashes and its not even red in color rashs. I have used a johnson and johnson milk protien a day before. I use to use johnson and johnson blosoms soap. Is this any allergic reason for getting rashes or any food allergy. Please suggest me... Thanks, G.Padmasri.

Hello, From your symptoms there is a possibility that either this rash is due to a viral infection or scabies. It is characterized by intense itching, usually at night and by small insect-type bites lesions on the skin. Diagnosis of scabies is made by scraping the skin and viewing the material under a microscope to see the characteristic mite or eggs. I hope it helps.

Sounds like the skin rash is part of the general infection you're suffering with. Such rashes are usually pink, widespread, somewhat itchy, and last a couple of weeks before resolving. They are, as we like to say, "nonspecific," meaning that they don' point to any particular virus, etc. As you get better overall, your rash should go away too. Of course, if it doesn't go away in 3-4 weeks, or worsens, you should see a skin doctor, but I doubt you'll have to. Best. Dr.

The most likely triggers for acute urticaria are allergies to pets, horses, latex and foods, such as shellfish and nuts,bee or wasp stings,allergies to medicines,Viral infections, such as glandular fever and herpes, dental and sinus infections, fungal infections, blood transfusions and vaccines. I would suggest you to consult an allergist and get your son allergy tested for the common allergens esp dust mites. I sincerely hope that helps.

i have had a itchy painful rash that started in my head is on my back stomach legs arms it is painful .i have used creams lotions prescribed and not...i havent changed anything and am going crazy.all i do is itch bleedfrom scratching.nothing helps...i also am having problems with thyroid possiabiltey of cancer..is this related?

i have had itchy painful skin rashes on my hands since the summer. they start out small and itchy and progress to larger painful and itchy red raised patches on my hands that last about 5 days disappear and then return at odd intervals. i have been to a dermatologist who is stymied by it and has told me she's never seen anything like it. i have had blood work and also a biopsy of the rash which has turned up nothing.

meaning no cause is known. Others may be triggered by viral infections or medications.Eczema is a form of chronic dermatitis (rash).Allergic reaction is one of the important causes of eczema. Allergic reaction can occur to strong soaps, Solvents, chemicals, certain foods, food additives, plants, metals, cosmetics, even urine and faeces of some animals (dust mites).

I have a red circular rash which does not appear to be ring worm. It is not scaly or itchy but starts as a small red circle and then widens out.

I would suggest you to consult an allergist for this and get skin tests and blood tests like RAST done to confirm whether any allergy is causing such symptoms.Hives can be caused by allergies and viral infections also.In the meanwhile,ask your husband to take Benadryl or Claritin and apply mild steroid cream on the itchy rashes.Application of calamine lotion is also helpful. Hope it helps.take care and regards.

Hello, Since these red splotches appear and disappear, so they can be hives. Hives (medically known as urticaria) are red, itchy, raised areas of skin that appear in varying shapes and sizes. They have a tendency to change size rapidly and to move around, disappearing in one place and reappearing in other places, often in a matter of hours. Many cases of hives are "idiopathic," meaning no cause is known. Others may be triggered by viral infections or medications.

It most commonly occurs due to bacterial, viral or fungal infection. An intertrigo usually appears red and raw-looking, and may also itch, ooze, and be sore. Please keep the area clean and apply some topical antiseptics. Also wear loose-fitting cotton clothing and use an antibacterial soap or mild soap like dove. Avoid any kind of cosmetics. Topical zinc oxide cream like Sudocrem, Desitin are very helpful(apply with a paper towel and not directly with hands).

I have had a rash appear several times that is non itchy, raised and red. It appears on both my arms from my shoulder all the way to my wrists. It also appears on my face. It usually stays for several hours and then disappears. It doesn't seem to be food related and it tends to happen when I'm really stressed out or tired. I'm only concerned because it has become more frequent lately.

Hi im 23, female. I sometimes get this itchy red rash on my face specially, on my cheeks. I also get that ard my chin or on the sides, forehead and nose rarely but, no where else. I have been suffering through this since last couple of years now. I think its some kind of food or medication allergy, im not sure though.

Hello, It looks like a viral infection and shingles should be ruled out. The first sign is usually a tingling feeling, itchiness, or stabbing pain on the skin. After a few days, a rash appears as a band or patch of raised dots on the side of the trunk or face. The rash develops into small, fluid-filled blisters which begin to dry out and crust over within several days. When the rash is at its peak, symptoms can range from mild itching to extreme and intense pain. I hope it helps.

Hello, These symptoms can be due to intertrigo. It most commonly occurs due to bacterial, viral or fungal infection. An intertrigo usually appears red and raw-looking, and may also itch, ooze, and be sore. Please keep the area clean and apply some topical antiseptics. Also wear loose-fitting cotton clothing and use an antibacterial soap or mild soap like dove. Avoid any kind of cosmetics.

Urticaria is usually triggered by allergens, such as drugs, foods, insect bites, inhaled substances, in response to sunlight, cold, heat, stress, exercise, or a viral infection. Other common allergens are pollen, mold, dust, pet dander, or cosmetics. Since you experienced an itch, just go over these possibilities in your mind. Something may strike you. In many cases, hives clear up themselves and don’t require diagnosis or treatment.

Hello, Without examination I am not able to confirm, but it sounds like hives. Hives are red, itchy, raised areas of skin that appear in varying shapes and sizes. Many cases of hives are "idiopathic," meaning no cause is known. Others may be triggered by viral infections or medications. Take some antihistaminic like Benadryl or Claritin and apply some calamine lotion on the rashes. If the symptoms persist then topical or oral steroids may be needed.

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