6 Common Skin Rashes and What They Look Like

A rash is a type of inflammation in the skin brought on by various factors. Rashes may change the colour of the skin or make it bumpy, dry, and chapped. Swelling or blistering is possible. It may itch or make the surrounding skin itchy. 


Rash causes can range from external to internal: external rashes occur due to irritants, organisms, allergens, while internal rashes are caused by allergies, infections, or genetics.  


The 6 most common skin rashes are:


  1. Ringworm


A fungal infection on the skin's surface, the scalp, or the nail beds leads to this rash. This condition is characterised by a red, swollen, and cracked rash that appears in circular patterns.   



Infections present different symptoms depending on where they are located; however, they are generally itchy. It can cause hair loss, especially on the scalp. 





  1. Contact Dermatitis


It is caused by a reaction to something the skin has touched- external factors such as poisonous plants (such as poison ivy), chemicals, and dyes. 


There may be redness and swelling of the skin, with a tender, pus-filled rash. In addition, depending on the cause and severity of the condition, it may appear scaly or blistered. 




It can take hours or even days for rashes to appear after exposure. The condition can be treated with Clocip Ointment.



  1. Eczema


Also known as atopic dermatitis, it is used to describe a range of skin conditions characterized by red, splotchy, scaly, cracked, and rough skin that may release clear fluid when scratched.



Often, it develops in childhood, and the symptoms differ depending on the type and age of the individual. A dry, cold climate and excessive exposure to water make this condition worse. 


  1. Psoriasis


Psoriasis causes thickened patches of skin. It can lead to silver, sharply-defined skin patches, and scaly flakes. 


It is believed that this skin inflammation is caused by the immune system being overactive. Typically, it appears on elbows, feet, knees, palms, and/or the scalp. The rash may cause itching or be asymptomatic. 



  1. Measles


Measles is a highly contagious disease that causes flat, reddish-brown spots that cover large areas of skin. Inside the mouth of the affected, there are tiny red spots with blue-white centers. 


It usually appears on the face near the hairline and spreads towards the feet within three to five days. This condition is often accompanied by symptoms such as fever and a sore throat, watery eyes, loss of appetite, dry coughing, and runny nose. 



  1. Scabies


Scabies is a skin condition caused by a mite that causes a discoloured rash. Tiny, scaly lines can be seen on the affected skin where the mites have burrowed. 



The symptoms include pimple-like, extremely itchy rashes (which are worse at night) and may/may not include tiny blisters. One may even notice sores at places where the rashes have been scratched. However, they may take four to six weeks to appear after the infestation. 



This illness is highly contagious and spreads easily through direct contact. 


Depending on the skin rash, there are a variety of treatments available. Common treatments include anti-fungal creams such as the Clocip B Ointment. It is used to treat allergic disorders as well as fungal infections. It reduces inflammation and its symptoms, including redness, swelling, and itching. Additionally, it inhibits the growth of infection-causing microorganisms.

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