Swimmer’s itch is a rash caused by an allergic reaction to the larvae of microscopic parasites that are found in both fresh and saltwater. These parasites commonly live in snails, which secrete larvae ...

Reagan Caussey, a Dallas resident, decided to visit her aunt in Austin last month to kick-start her summer with some fun under the sun. The 19-year-old didn’t think twice before hopping into the water ...

Less than 1 percent of pregnant women (about 1 in 160 to 300) get a PUPPP rash, yet it's still the most common pregnancy skin condition. It tends to show up in first pregnancies, and popping up again ...

What Causes a Rash in Your Armpit? An armpit rash is more common than you might think. Your armpits probably come into contact with more chemicals each day than most other parts of your body. Don’t be ...

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 ...

Itchy, uncomfortable rashes can erupt just about anywhere on the body, including on and around the breast area. Rashes on the breast or chest are usually temporary and often self-resolving. But in ...

PUPPP stands for pruritic urticarial papules and plaques of pregnancy. Also known as polymorphic eruption of pregnancy (PEP), it is one of the most common types of rash you can get during pregnancy.

Norovirus doesn’t usually cause a rash, though some people develop hives. A rash that accompanies stomach symptoms may suggest a different stomach virus or inflammatory bowel disease. Norovirus is a ...