Skin rashes can be caused by environmental exposure, allergies, cosmetics, and a wide variety of other factors. Sometimes a rash will go away without treatment. For stubborn rashes that don’t resolve, your dermatologist can help. The dermatologists at The Dermatology Center at Ladera in Ladera Ranch, CA, provide comprehensive medical dermatology services, including treatment of skin rashes, so you can enjoy clear skin again.
What You Need To Know About Skin Rashes
Skin rashes can be isolated to one or two areas, or they can be diffuse, covering large areas of your body. Some skin rashes can spread too. These are just a few of the causes of skin rashes:
- Heat and humidity-causing pimple-like blemishes from blocked pores
- Allergies-causing a diffuse, red, itchy rash
- Medication-related-causing a rash over a large area of your body
- Contact dermatitis-causing a non-itchy rash
- Atopic dermatitis-causing a rash on your torso, behind your knees, or on your neck and face
For mild skin rashes, you can try a few simple tips at home, such as over the counter products like these:
- Anti-itch creams, lotions, or sprays
- Oatmeal baths like Aveeno
- Topical and oral antihistamine medications
So, when should you seek help for a skin rash from your dermatologist? Professional treatment from a dermatologist is advised if:
- Your rash is growing more severe
- Your rash is spreading to other areas
- Your rash is accompanied by other symptoms, including fever, swelling, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, body aches, and difficulty swallowing
If you have any of the signs or symptoms listed above, it’s time to see your dermatologist, who may recommend:
- Prescription strength oral and topical antihistamine medications to relieve itching
- Steroid medications to reduce swelling and inflammation
- Lotions or creams containing antibiotics or cortisone to eliminate infection and swelling
- Laser therapy to eliminate scaly patches caused by psoriasis, eczema, and other chronic conditions
Want To Learn More?
To discover more about skin rashes and when to visit our dermatologist for a skin rash, call the dermatologists at The Dermatology Center at Ladera in Ladera Ranch, CA. You can reach them in the office by calling (949) 364-8411, so call today.
