What to do if a rash is spreading?

Call Your Doctor If: The rash breaks out over your whole body or spreads quickly. This could be a sign of an allergic reaction. It’s painful or shows sign of infection.

How do you stop a rash from itching and spreading?

To help reduce itching and soothe inflamed skin, try these self-care approaches:

1. Avoid the irritant or allergen.
2. Apply an anti-itch cream or lotion to the affected area.
3. Take an oral anti-itch drug.
4. Apply cool, wet compresses.
5. Avoid scratching.
6. Soak in a comfortably cool bath.
7. Protect your hands.

Why do I have red itchy rash between my legs?

The most common causes of what looks like a rash or red dots on the lower legs are either immune-mediated inflammation like eczema or psoriasis, or a skin infection like cellulitis. Other causes of red blotches on the lower legs can arise from an allergic reaction to certain foods or contact with poisonous plants.

What is the cause of Itchy legs?

Itchy lower legs can be a nuisance and have related symptoms of redness, bumps on the lower legs, dryness, and pain. The many causes of a lower leg itch include skin conditions like eczema and dermatitis, damage to the nerves that may be caused by diabetes, or an allergic reaction from plants, foods, or insects.

What causes itchy rashes on the arms and legs?

Rash on arms and legs can be painful and cause a lot of discomfort. The causes for the rash can vary from environmental causes such as sunlight, allergic reactions, fungal and viral infection. The rash could be red, itchy and at times just small bumps that are not itchy.

What is treatment for lower leg rash?

There are no established treatment or prevention recommendations. The leg rash will generally go away by itself in three to 10 days. Using a topical over-the-counter hydrocortisone cream might reduce the symptoms.