The patient was an elderly Caucasian man who came to the clinic with complaints of a red, intensely itchy rash on his elbows (Figure 1), buttocks (Figure 2), and back. His symptoms began with a slight ...

Chemo rash is one of the most common side effects of cancer treatment. These rashes usually aren’t serious, but they can cause pain, itching, and other uncomfortable symptoms. Chemotherapy, also ...

A malar rash, or butterfly rash, typically appears across the cheeks and bridge of the nose in a butterfly shape. Lupus and rosacea are two conditions that can cause a malar rash. A malar rash can be ...

A stress rash looks like raised red bumps that cluster together in large welts or tiny dots. Stress rashes can appear anywhere on the body from the arms and legs to the face and back. To treat a ...

Internal medicine and rheumatology specialist Siobhan Deshauer, MD, is back for part 2 of "What Your Skin Says About Your Health," where she describes several skin conditions and their associated ...

Do you often feel self-conscious about wearing shorts or sleeveless tops because of dark patches on your elbows and knees? You’re not alone. These areas tend to darken more easily than other parts of ...

Several conditions, including chickenpox, fifth disease, and roseola, can cause fever with a rash in a child. It is always best to contact doctor if a child has a fever with a rash. Treatment may ...

Sunburn, tan lines, and sweaty skin are all things people tend to experience throughout the summer months. While protecting your skin from the sun can help prevent the more unpleasant side effects of ...

Staying out in the heat can cause a skin irritation called heat rash — a red cluster of pimples or small blisters on your skin. It is caused by excessive sweating during hot, humid weather. David ...