One specific type of viral exanthem that dermatologists have seen with COVID is a morbilliform rash, meaning a measles-like rash. Measles rashes tend to look like small raised bumps that eventually ...

Varicella-zoster virus causes chickenpox and is a member of the herpes virus group. It is extremely contagious and causes a ...

When your skin is red, itchy, and irritated, it could be a rash or it might be hives. Check out the symptoms and the best ...

AS Jamaica’s senior Reggae Girlz prepare to face off against world number 10 France on Friday, Head Coach Hubert Busby’s focus extends far beyond the upcoming friendly match. The highly ...

Residents are being urged not to ignore an itchy rash, as GPs across England report a surge in cases of scabies - a highly contagious skin infestation. The condition is caused by a mite that ...

Doctors in England are warning people not to disregard an itchy rash because scabies, a highly contagious skin condition, is on the rise. According to the Royal College of GPs (RCGP), it can ...

You can also develop a rash on the groin due to an acute (temporary) or chronic (recurring) skin condition. Genital herpes, most commonly caused by herpes simplex 2 virus (HSV-2), is spread by skin-to ...

Pityrosporum folliculitis, also known as Malassezia folliculitis, is a fungal acneiform disease of the hair follicles that presents with papules and pustules on the upper body and face.

The outbreak occurs on only one side of the body, most commonly the chest and back. The face, groin, and leg can also be affected. Unlike HSV, a herpes rash can leave behind scars after it heals. An ...

Muscle weakness and a skin rash are the main symptoms. Dermatomyositis isn't a common condition. Fewer than 5,000 people in the United States have it. It’s most common in two age groups ...