Keratosis pilaris is a common, harmless skin condition that causes small, hard bumps that may make your skin feel like sandpaper. You may have heard it called “chicken skin.” The bumps are often light-colored. They usually appear on your upper arms, thighs, and buttocks, sometimes with redness or swelling.
Likewise, people ask, how do I know if my rash is fungal or bacterial?
Skin infections caused by viruses usually result in red welts or blisters that can be itchy and/or painful. Meanwhile, fungal infections usually present with a red, scaly and itchy rash with occasional pustules.
Then, what diseases have a rash as a symptom?
Rashes Caused by Infection or Disease
- Shingles. Shingles manifests as a painful rash with blisters on one side of the face or body. …
- Chickenpox. The hallmark sign of chickenpox is an itchy rash that affects the entire body. …
- HIV. …
- Measles. …
- Syphilis. …
- Roseola. …
- Lyme Disease.
What does a strep rash look like?
The rash starts as flat red blotches and later turns into tiny bumps that have a rough, sandpapery feel. While the rash may show up first on the neck, underarm, or groin area, it can spread to the rest of the body. It can also appear brighter red in areas such as the elbows and underarms.
What is the fastest way to get rid of keratosis pilaris?
Keratosis pilaris home remedies
- Take warm baths. Taking short, warm baths can help to unclog and loosen pores. …
- Exfoliate. Daily exfoliation can help improve the appearance of the skin. …
- Apply hydrating lotion. …
- Avoid tight clothes. …
- Use humidifiers.
When should I be worried about an itchy rash?
Painful rashes should quickly be evaluated by a physician. The rash is infected. If you have an itchy rash and you scratch it, it may become infected. Signs of an infected rash are yellow or green fluid, swelling, crusting, pain, and warmth in the area of the rash, or a red streak coming from the rash.
Why is my skin rough and itchy?
Causes of itchy skin include: Skin conditions. Examples include dry skin (xerosis), eczema (dermatitis), psoriasis, scabies, parasites, burns, scars, insect bites and hives. Internal diseases.