Doctors are reporting a rise in skin rashes and fungal infections during winter, linked to repeatedly wearing unwashed ...

Swimming in the lake, hiking through the woods and roasting marshmallows by the campfire: Those are some of the most enjoyable outdoor summer pastimes. But the downside of all that summer fun can ...

Intertrigo, a rash that forms between skin folds, can cause redness and itching. Here are seven ways to prevent and treat intertrigo without a prescription.

While eczema is a common skin condition, it can manifest in many different ways. And with so much possible variation, it's not always easy to properly identify eczema. Eczema symptoms can be mild — a ...

Medically reviewed by Corinne Savides Happel, MD Key Takeaways Hand rashes from washing can be caused by contact dermatitis, ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Spotting new bumps on your body can leave you scrambling to find pictures of skin rashes to compare them ...

Scientists have now shown why it may not be a good idea to scratch an itchy rash, even though it feels good. This research used a mouse model of a kind of eczema known as allergic contact dermatitis, ...

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 ...

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Making a margarita or a salad might make you more prone to sunburn or rashes, new research has found. Certain ingredients including limes, figs, and celery, can leave chemicals on the skin that make ...