Rashes

SkinCare in Wellesley, MA

A rash may be caused by a virus, allergen, or genetic skin condition. After making a careful diagnosis, Dr. Goodkin can recommend a treatment plan that will quickly resolve itching, redness, or swelling from a rash.

Dermatitis

Dermatitis is often caused by a contact allergen, and is characterized by inflammation, redness, and itching.

Hives

Hives can occur for a variety of reasons ranging from stress to an allergic reaction to medications. Hives are itchy, raised, and may be red. 

Scabies

Scabies are a parasitic infection resulting in intense itching and small, linear rashes which require medication.

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Poison Ivy

Poison ivy, poison oak, or poison sumac are each itchy or painful rashes that occur after contact with a plant of the same name which contain a toxic oil resulting in allergic reaction.