Drool rash refers to a rash that forms around the cheeks and mouth, on the chest, and in the creases of the neck in a baby due to wet skin caused by presence of excess amounts of saliva on skin for prolonged periods. Drooling is usually a side effect of teething, but it can occur… Continue reading Drool Rash
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Zika Rash
Zika rash is a symptom of Zika virus infection which typically transmits via the bite of Aedes mosquitoes. Patients suffer from flu-like symptoms such as fever, rash, and joint pain, etc. The main concern associated with Zika virus disease is the increased risk to occurrence of congenital microcephaly in babies born to infected mothers as… Continue reading Zika Rash
Lyme Disease Rash
Lyme Disease, medically referred to as Lyme borreliosis is an infectious disease caused by ‘Borellia’ bacteria. It is transmitted through the bite of infected ticks carrying the bacteria. Though the disease is treatable, it can cause complications if medical intervention is delayed. Its initial stage symptoms are similar to common flu, so the symptoms and… Continue reading Lyme Disease Rash
Itchy Hands and Feet (With or Without Rash)
Medically called pruritus, itching can be localized or generalized. The latter is typically a sign of some underlying systemic disorder, while localized itching, like itchy hands and feet, is often an indicator of some skin disease. Causes of itchy hands and feet Some of the common causes and associated symptoms of itchy hands and feet… Continue reading Itchy Hands and Feet (With or Without Rash)