An itchy rash with blisters can be caused by an allergic reaction; an autoimmune disorder; a bacterial, fungal, or viral infection; and trauma to the skin. Figuring out the trigger is key to relief ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. While eczema is a common skin condition, it can manifest in many different ways. And with so much possible variation, it's not ...

But there’s one side effect that’s well established but little known and still puzzling to doctors: the “keto rash” or prurigo pigmentosa. This rash fits the man’s case perfectly—red, raised, itchy ...

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Russell has a PhD in the history of medicine, violence, and colonialism. His research has explored topics including ethics, science governance, and medical involvement in violent contexts. Russell has ...

We usually think of COVID-19 as a viral illness that causes respiratory symptoms, like congestion, sore throat and a cough. But, like a surprising amount of other viruses, the coronavirus can also ...

Shingles is a painful blistering rash caused by the chickenpox virus that can last for weeks, months, or even years, and can cause blindness if it gets near the eye, and doctors recommend that people ...

This article was reviewed by Julia Switzer, MD, FACOG. Key Takeaways: Hormonal changes during perimenopause — particularly ...

Having a circular rash can spark fears that you’ve picked up ringworm. After all, the fungal infection is notorious for causing a ring-shaped rash. But there are a lot of other circular rashes that ...

Oak leaf itch mites, tiny pests that feed on cicada eggs and oak midge fly larvae, can cause itchy rashes in humans. Symptoms of oak leaf itch mite bites include intense itching, rashes, and ...