Search results for rashes
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Rashes in babies and children
NHS information on common rashes in babies and children, such as chickenpox, eczema, impetigo, ringworm, scabies, slapped cheek syndrome and more.
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Hives
Find out about hives (also called urticaria), which is a raised, itchy rash that's usually caused by a reaction to things like food, pollen, insect bites or chemicals.
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Molluscum contagiosum
Find out about molluscum contagiosum, including what the symptoms are and what to do if you think you or your child have it.
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Lupus
Find out about lupus (systemic lupus erythematosus), including causes, symptoms, treatment and how you can ease your symptoms.
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Heat rash (prickly heat)
Read about heat rash, also called prickly heat or miliaria rubra, which is an itchy rash of small, raised spots and a stinging or prickling sensation on the skin.
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Moles
Find out about moles, including what a normal mole looks like and when a mole could be serious. Also, find out how to prevent a mole becoming cancerous.
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About lymecycline
NHS medicines information on lymecycline – what it’s used for and key facts.
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Acne
Acne is a common skin condition that affects most people at some point. It causes spots, oily skin and sometimes skin that's hot or painful to touch.
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Acne - Complications
Acne scarring can sometimes develop as a complication of acne. This is more common when the most serious types of spots burst and damage nearby skin.
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Nappy rash
Find out what causes nappy rash and how you can treat it yourself and prevent it from coming back.