Rash - Health Digest

Nancy Schimelpfening

Avoid These Shaving Mistakes If You Don't Want Razor Burn

Razor burn is an often uncomfortable skin irritation that can develop after shaving. However, you can prevent it by avoiding these common shaving mistakes

Nancy Schimelpfening

When You Stop Wearing Underwear, This Is What Happens To Your Skin

Going beyond personal preference, when you stop wearing underwear, it might have some unexpected effects on your skin, including this surprising benefit.

Jennifer Betts

The Life-Saving Glass Test That Can Help You Recognize A Serious Medical Emergency

We'll show you how to perform a glass test and dissect the results. We'll also review the symptoms that could indicate a serious medical emergency

Ariane Lang

How To Tell What Your Itchy, Red Rash On Your Neck Really Is

To determine the specific cause of a rash, it is crucial to see a physician. However, these are some of the things an itchy, red rash on your neck might be.

Erin Marie

What Is A Sun Rash And How Do You Identify It?

Also called sun allergy or sun poisoning, it's not entirely clear what causes sun rash. But knowing the symptoms can help you identify signs of the condition.

Ruth Clark

Does A Butterfly Rash Always Mean You Have Lupus?

A butterfly rash is a symptom of lupus, but does the presence of a butterfly rash always mean that you have lupus? Or could it be caused by other things?

Erin Demmer

What Is Tinea Manuum And Who Is Most At Risk?

There's no doubt that tinea manuum has an interesting name, but what is tinea manuum exactly and who is at risk of developing this condition?

Robin Rothstein

How To Identify A Stress Rash

While stress can have many benefits, one negative health impact that can arise is a stress rash. This is how to identify if you have a stress rash.

Joanna Marie

When Should You Seek Medical Attention For Cellulitis?

Cellulitis is a bacterial skin infection that affects the skin's deeper layers. It is typically caused by bacteria, such as staphylococcus aureus.

Katherine Alexis Athanasiou

Increased Hand Washing Could Lead To Skin Rashes

While washing your hands properly and frequently is one of the easiest ways to stay healthy, it doesn't come without risk itself.

Joanna Marie

Is A Poison Ivy Rash Contagious?

Poison ivy is a common plant found in North America that can cause a rash when it comes into contact with the skin. The rash is caused by urushiol.

Joanna Marie

Why You May Have Allergic Contact Dermatitis In Your Armpits

Contact dermatitis is a type of skin irritation that occurs when the skin comes into contact with an allergen. Here's why it might happen in your armpits.

Joanna Marie

What To Do If Your Baby Has Cradle Cap

Not knowing what to do if a baby has cradle cap can be frustrating. It's important to learn more about the condition and its symptoms, and how to treat it.

Erin Marie

Is It Possible To Get Shingles More Than Once?

Shingles is marked by a painful rash that occurs due to the same virus that causes chickenpox. But can you get shingles more than once? Read on to find out.

Lisabeth Fauble

How To Tell The Difference Between Monkeypox And Chickenpox

Some symptoms of chickenpox and monkeypox can appear similar, but there are distinguishing factors. Here's how to tell the difference between the two.

Sabika Hassan

How To Treat Chronic Hives

If you have chronic hives, these welts can reappear throughout the year. As itchy and painful as they might be, there's no known specific cause of hives.

dark haired girl showing off clean armpits

Sabika Hassan

How To Treat Irritation In Your Armpit

Sometimes, armpit irritation occurs because of inflammation in the hair follicles, leading to constant irritation. Here is how you can relieve it.

Sandra Langel

Types Of Skin Rashes Explained

If a red, itchy, or unsightly rash has erupted on your skin, you're probably eager to learn the cause and how you can get rid of it. We've got the scoop.

Erin Marie

Why You Should Consider An Oatmeal Bath To Soothe Your Rash

Did you know that oatmeal baths can provide effective relief for different kinds of skin conditions that produce rashes? Here's what you need to know.

Ruth Clark

What It Really Means When You Get A Bull's-Eye Rash

Here's a look at what a bull's-eye rash (clinically known as an erythema migrans) signifies.

Michelle Washmuth

What's Causing Your Body Rash?

Rashes are typically written off as irritating, but not serious. However, dermatologists say it could be a sign of something worrisome.

Karen Veazey

Why The Keto Diet Can Give You A Rash

The keto diet has swept across the U.S. in recent years. In addition to weight loss, the diet is also known to produce some unpleasant side effects.