Carrie Madormo, RN, MPH, is a health writer. She has over a decade of experience as a registered nurse, practicing in a variety of fields, such as pediatrics, oncology, chronic pain, and public health ...

A 32-year-old woman presents to the emergency department for evaluation of a worsening rash that begins at her navel and continues down both of her legs. The rash first appeared approximately 10 days ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . A 6-year-old girl presents with a rash on the back of her left leg for the past month. The rash is very itchy.

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Picture this: You’re going about your day, when all of a sudden you spot a red, splotchy rash on your ...

Painful or itchy marks on your skin may be bug bites, a rash, or a skin condition. You can check your bed and bedding for signs of bedbugs or contact a doctor for a diagnosis. If you have red and ...

Infected hair follicles can cause a skin rash called scalp folliculitis. Getting treatment right away can help keep your ...

While runner’s itch isn’t yet fully understood, health professionals say there are a few theories behind why you may feel the urge to claw your shin, calf, or thigh mid-run. For instance, Jason ...

This morning, I went for my first run in a while. Just a few minutes in, my legs were uncontrollably itchy. And that’s when I remembered: oh, yeah. This happens. If you’ve experienced it too, don’t ...

Sweating in his sleep, itchy ankles, a persistent cough and losing weight by the day - when Mike Yewdell was hit by these persistent symptoms in 2017, he was baffled. For about four months, Yewdell, ...

Shaving with a razor is a quick and economical way for people to remove unwanted hair from their legs. However, this can lead to razor rash or burn on the legs. People can treat and potentially avoid ...