Medically reviewed by Deeptej Singh, MD Itchy skin can stem from conditions like eczema and psoriasis, which cause skin inflammation.Chronic kidney disease may cause itchy skin due to a buildup of ...

Even if you’re not an avid swimmer, a quick dip in the pool is so refreshing on a hot summer day. The hitch: The chlorine used to kill bacteria, viruses and other harmful microorganisms in pool water ...

That angry cluster of itchy red bumps might be more than just an annoying skin condition. While many skin irritations represent harmless reactions to environmental triggers, some persistent or unusual ...

For all the good things it does for us, the sun can also be a menace: It can burn your skin, mess with your eyes, and even damage your vehicle. It might also be responsible for that rash you’ve been ...

Medically reviewed by Katlein Franca, MD Key Takeaways An inner-thigh rash can be caused by friction, allergic reactions, or ...

It can be distressing to wake up with a mysterious swollen red rash on your ankle. Could that rash be an insect bite? And what kind of bug bit you? The answers aren't so easy to figure out. Even for ...

Casey Gallagher, MD, is a dermatologist and clinical professor in the Department of Dermatology at the University of Colorado Denver. Atopic dermatitis, the most common form of eczema, can lead to dry ...

Every day, itchy dogs shuffle into Elizabeth Falk’s veterinary office. Some can’t stop chewing their feet or scratching their bellies. Others have red, smelly ears, or rashes on their skin. All are ...

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.