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Eruptions: Itching, Hives, Urticaria and Pruritus
Comprehensive overview of common skin rashes and associated symptoms
Overview
Rashes, also known as itching, hives, hives, and itching, are skin conditions characterized by rashes, irritation, and intense itching. They can be caused by various factors and may come and go in cycles.
Remedies often used
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Nettle rash or hives that disappears on exposure to fresh air
Itching and swelling of the skin Enlarged lymphatic glands Fleeting chest pains and nausea
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Itchy, burning, stinging skin rashes
Itchy, burning skin rashes on hairy parts of the body Hives or nettle rash that appear and disappear in different locations Skin rashes that accompany fever, chills, or joint pain
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Itching rashes during menstruation
Itching, burning skin rashes that occur during menstruation Moist, oozing skin lesions in the groin area during the menstrual period Swelling and inflammation of the face, especially the eyelids
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Oozing, watery or yellowish fluid from rashes
Rashes on the scalp, face, and behind the ears Oozing of watery or yellowish fluid from the affected areas Itching and burning sensations
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Show 44 more remedies Natrium carbonicum Vesicular rashes on fingers and toes that open into ulcers Carduus marianus Rash on the lower part of the sternum Corallium rubrum Syphilitic, red rashes that change to a coppery color Psorinum Skin rashes that disappear in summer and return in winter Kalium muriaticum Rashes with whitish discharge Selenium metallicum Itching in skin folds and around joints, especially ankles Thuja occidentalis Pustular rashes about the knees Carboneum sulphuratum Crusts, moist scaly pimples that are sore and painful Ailanthus glandulosa Livid, purplish skin rash Agaricus muscarius Intense itching of the scalp, especially in the morning Anthracokali Papular-like rash with a vesicular tendency, especially on scrotum, hands, tibia, shoulders and feet Sulphur Itching worse from heat and undressing, better from hanging feet out of bed Pulsatilla pratensis Touchy, irritable temperament with desire for sympathy Croton tiglium Vesicular rashes with intense itching and burning Dolichos pruriens Itching that is worse from scratching and at night Lobelia inflata Small, itchy fluid-filled blisters between fingers, on hands, and forearms Oleander Violent itching of the scalp as from lice Ruta graveolens Hives brought on by eating meat Anagallis arvensis Itching, especially on the palms of the hands Causticum Alumina Intense itching that is only relieved when the skin is raw, moist, or bleeding Apis mellifica Intolerable itching, burning, and stinging rashes Graphites Itching all over the body, worse at night in warm bed Arsenicum album Smaller welts compared to Apis Dulcamara Itching and rashes on the scalp that are not relieved by scratching Kalium bromatum Hura brasiliensis Itching, pimples on bony prominences Mezereum Itching that changes location when scratched, with parts becoming cold afterwards Stramonium Intensely red, shiny rash resembling scarlet fever Ranunculus bulbosus Blister-like rashes on the palms of the hands, bluish or black in color Barium Sulph Intense, burning itching of the scalp
Anacardium orientale Intense burning and itching that worsens with scratching Aethusa cynapium Herpetic rashes at tip of nose Syphilinum Copper-colored skin spots Bovista lycoperdon Hives with diarrhea and constant urge to pass stool (painful straining during bowel movements) Sepia officinalis Hives worse in open air Thyreoidinum Intense redness and itching of the skin Rumex crispus Intense itching of skin, especially lower extremities, worse from cold air exposure Vinca minor Offensive-smelling rashes on the scalp, face, and behind the ears Streptococcin Lesions with yellowish crusts that later become black with bleeding from underneath
Pix liquida Intolerable nighttime itching of rashes on the back of the hands Baryta carbonica Dry, crusty scalp rashes in children with intellectual deficits Astacus fluviatilis Nettle-rash or hives covering the whole body with intense itching Petroleum Rashes and itching that are worse from scratching until burning and bleeding occurs, which then provides relief
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See a doctor if
Severe, widespread, or persistent rashes that do not respond to self-care measures Rashes accompanied by fever, swelling, or difficulty breathing Rashes that interfere with daily activities or cause significant discomfort
Everyday tips
Avoid known triggers, such as certain foods, environmental factors, or stress Use gentle, fragrance-free skin care products and avoid harsh soaps Apply cool, soothing compresses or take lukewarm baths to alleviate itching Wear loose, breathable clothing to minimize skin irritation
Show 2 more Manage stress through relaxation techniques, such as meditation or yoga Maintain a healthy, balanced diet to support skin health
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