Here are a few serious conditions that may be causing the spots: You may be able to tell the spots on your skin are petechiae instead of a rash if you press on them, and they don’t turn lighter ...

It is most common in children, but it can also affect adults. The main symptom of fifth disease is a rash that often appears on the cheeks. It can be bright red on lighter skin tones and not as ...

Muscle weakness and a skin rash are the main symptoms. Dermatomyositis isn't a common condition. Fewer than 5,000 people in the United States have it. It’s most common in two age groups ...

But itchy and flaky red rashes appeared across his body a few years ago, making it excruciating to move, he said. The pain forced Mr. Brann, a 62-year-old former shoe manufacturer, to retire early.

Chronic hive treatment usually begins with OTC antihistamines like Benadryl and Pepcid (famotidine ... Hives (urticaria) are a type of rash that causes raised, red, itchy bumps or welts. Hives may be ...

A circular rash is commonly caused by a fungal infection called ringworm. However, there are many rashes that look like ringworm but aren’t. They may be caused by allergic reactions, chronic skin ...

Rashes are a common reason for people to visit local emergency departments. Many of these can easily be treated at home while others can be suggestive of true emergencies. On this week’s On Call for ...

Methacrylate chemicals can cause a severe, itchy rash anywhere on the body, not just the fingertips, says the British Association of Dermatologists. It often occurs when gels and polishes are ...