Hormonal changes associated with the female menstrual cycle can cause outbreaks of bumps and skin rashes that recur every month. Acne is an androgenic disorder, set off by the effects of the family of hormones known as androgens, according to an...
Inflammation of the skin is known as a rash, or dermatitis. The University of Maryland Medical Center explains that various causes can lead to skin rash conditions, with symptoms including blisters, oozing of sores and itchiness. Allergic...
Treating a diaper rash, or red butt, on a baby is usually simple but in some cases the rash may be persistent. Always seek medical assistance if the rash is severe, lasts more than a few days or is recurring.
Transitioning from formula to whole milk is necessary around the your child's first birthday. The difficulty of the transition depends on your child's temperament. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends whole milk for most 1-year old...
Allergies are an unpleasant reaction to your body’s sensitivity to various chemicals and substances. In some cases, you might find that your allergies cause a range of external and internal symptoms. Heredity can play a role in how allergies...
A red, blotchy skin rash can be a symptom of many different things, including allergies, disease or a systemic skin disorder such as psoriasis. Take note of when the rash occurs, whether it recurs, came on suddenly and if it is accompanied by...
The body uses a fever to fight off infections such as viral or bacterial infections. A fever serves a functional purpose in the body, but a high fever may become a health risk for your child. Knowing how to take your child's temperature properly...
The skin is the largest and most easily visible organ of the body, so many people notice problems with their skin, such as rashes. Because rashes are often diagnosed visually, based on their appearance and pattern, some may get misdiagnosed. A...
Razor rash, also called razor bumps or pseudofolliculitis barbae, occurs when shaved hair curls back toward and into the skin. The body's immune system views the hair as a foreign object and attacks it, resulting in inflamed, red, itchy bumps that...
Your toddler will likely come down with a variety of different rashes over the years. Some rashes are caused by contact with allergens, some are caused by illness and still others might be eczema or another skin condition. Your toddler can develop...
Dieters doing the first phase of the Atkins Diet, a 14-day period known as "induction," sometimes refer to unexpected side effects as "the induction flu." Dr. Robert Atkins, who invented the diet regimen in the 1970s, identifies hunger, food...
As your baby grows, different rashes may appear on his skin. Conventional doctors will prescribe steroid creams, antibiotics and other remedies. While mainstream baby rash cures often cure the rash just fine, you might be interested in finding...
Itchy skin, whether the cause is dry winter air, a rash or a recurring skin condition, can be extremely uncomfortable. The constant urge to scratch can be all-consuming, and giving in to scratching can pose a risk of bleeding and infection....
Red, patchy rashes are a common complaint and can be caused by a variety of issues. The skin can react to both outside and systemic irritants that cause this symptom. If you have noticed patchy red skin on your ankles, make sure to record what the...
Food allergy and sensitivity reactions can occur with different symptoms, and they can range from severe and life-threatening to mild or bothersome. A reaction to chocolate could actually be a reaction to dairy products, serotonin, soy, nuts or...
Nearly all HIV-infected children under the age of 13 in the United States contracted the virus during childbirth, according to the Children's Hospital in Boston. The symptoms of HIV and AIDS in children are highly dependent on the child's age....
Allergic reactions are the immune system's way of dealing with exposure to an irritant. Allergic reactions are very common and can range in severity from a rash to life-threatening anaphylaxis. Rashes associated with allergic reactions most often...
All toddlers get sick occasionally, and common symptoms in young children include diarrhea and rashes. Most of the time these ailments are caused by a virus and they pass on their own, but you can speed your toddler's recovery by keeping him...
Genital herpes is a sexually transmitted disease caused by the herpes simplex virus type 2. Symptoms appear for some, but many people are asymptomatic carriers of the disease. If symptoms do appear, they generally arise a few weeks after exposure...
An allergic rash can develop from a contact allergy, bee sting, skin condition or food or drug intolerance. Symptoms include itching, redness, flakiness, raised bumps and local pain. Left untreated, these signs may fade, but the condition that...
Rashes are skin conditions that lead to visible changes on the surface of the skin, generally due to irritation. When babies and children get skin rashes, the condition is usually temporary and not serious, according to the Merck Manuals. However,...
Zinc is an essential trace element needed in minute amounts by the human body. Zinc is required for a wide variety of critical cellular functions, including growth, vision and the immune response. A deficiency in zinc can cause several different...
Because rashes have a number of causes ranging from minor allergens to serious conditions like lupus, you should always consult your doctor before treating a rash on your own. If the rash recurs, it may be a sign of a previously undiagnosed skin...
Heat does not cause an infant to develop a diaper rash, but if a yeast infection begins on the skin around the genitals and buttocks, too much moist heat in the diaper area can worsen the spread of the infection and the resulting diaper rash....
Recurring shingles rarely occurs, except in people with compromised immune systems, according to University of Alabama Medical School professor Richard J. Whitely, M.D. Immune system compromise can result from diseases such as AIDS or drugs used...
Contact dermatitis is an inflammatory skin reaction caused by exposure to an allergen or irritant. This condition, which is also known as contact eczema, can produce a number of skin related symptoms in people with this condition. Anyone who...
An underarm rash can be uncomfortable because of the heat and moisture that accumulates in the armpit. Constant rubbing and the inability to avoid contact only exacerbate the situation. Some cases of underarm rash are avoidable, while others may...
Some signs that a man has a penile yeast infection and needs a prompt visit to the doctor include, but are not limited to, constipation, bad breath, bloating, indigestion, frequent intestinal gas, frequent diarrhea, very loose stools, sexual...
Some people grow up with a constant or reappearing rash on the skin that looks like goosebumps, but do not know what the condition is or where it came from. The condition does not pose a problem for most, but the appearance of blotchy skin that...
