Rashes

A rash is a change of the skin that affects its color, appearance, or texture. A rash may be localized in one part of the body, or affect all the skin. Rashes may cause the skin to change color, itch, become warm, bumpy, chapped, dry, cracked or blistered, swell, and may be painful
What are rashes?
Rashes are marks or lesions on the skin. There are many different types of rashes. They can be on any area of the body, they can be localised or widespread, and there are many different causes of rashes. Rashes can be red, pink, purple, flat or bumpy, itchy, dry, scaley, spidery or pus filled. Rashes can last for days to weeks. Most are harmless and will go away without treatment. Somes rashes are more serious and will need to be checked and treated by your doctor.
What causes a rash?
There are many causes of rashes. Rashes can be caused by infections such as STIs allergic reactions, immune system problems and by reactions to medicines. In children, most rashes are caused by common viral infections.