What to do if you have a rash
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The integrity of the skin is a very sensitive issue for many people.
Rash is a major burden for most people not only physically but also mentally.
Therefore, the question often arises of what to do about a rash.
While some rashes don't need special treatment, other rashes require treatment.
While some skin rashes occur acutely as part of an allergy, other rashes are an expression of a chronic disease, such as e.g. neurodermatitis.
There are a few things people with a rash can take to relieve their symptoms.
An example of this is a good basic skin care in the Neurodermatitis or that Avoiding substancescausing an allergic rash.
However, not every measure is appropriate and useful for every type of rash and therefore you should always have a doctor clarify the cause of a rash before taking any action.
The following article takes a closer look at what to do about different rashes and how best to behave.
Home remedies for a rash
There are various recommendations as to which Home remedies help with a rash.
However, one must note that not every home remedy is suitable for every rash, and therefore no general recommendations exist.
Home remedies should only be used when it is certain that they will not worsen the condition of the skin.
Itchy rashes, like for example with a allergy or one sunburn can occur in the acute situation with cold curd envelopes be treated. Through the Cooling the skin itching and swelling are relieved.
From other home remedies like essential oils, honey or chamomile tea washes one should refrain if the cause of the rash is not clarified, since in the worst case the condition threatens to worsen.
What to do against itching
itching is a very unpleasant symptom that accompanies many rashes. The causes for this can be very different.
Often cause Allergies, parasitic infections (such as the scabies) or Sunburns itchy rashes.
A very effective and simple measure against itchy rashes are cold curd or yogurt compresses. Also cool towels can relieve itching.
On the medical side, you can Antihistamines or light cortisone ointments to be prescribed against the itching.
Depending on the underlying cause, other drugs exist, such as Antifungal drugs, Antibiotics or Antivirals (Anti-virus drugs) for itchy rashes.
Further information on this topic can be found at: Treat rashes with ointments and creams
A very common cause of an itchy rash is what is called scabies. This parasitic disease comes with the active ingredient Permethrin treated. Stand as a victim Hygiene measures in the foreground. Any contaminated laundry, bed linen and even used towels should best be in the Whites getting washed.
What to do if you have an allergy
Allergic rashes are not uncommon. They are often associated with a Drug or food allergy on.
Such rashes are allergic Contact eczema to distinguish which through the direct contact of the skin with the allergen, often Nickel or fragrances, arise.
If you have an allergic rash, avoiding the Allergen in the first place of the things you can do yourself.
Just at allergic contact eczema the alleged allergen, for example new earrings or a new perfume, should be removed immediately.
In order to effectively help in finding the cause, one should consider which substances can be considered as allergens. Were for example Medication reassigned, these could be the cause of an allergic rash.
Read on here: Medication rash
Of course are Allergy tests and medical examinations are required to determine what allergy is present.
Against the itching, which often occurs with such allergies, help cooling compresses.
From Home remedies should be avoided, as they can worsen the skin reaction in the worst case.
You can find more information on the topic here: Rash from an allergy
What to do if you have a rash after taking medication?
What to do if an amoxicillin rash
Rashes caused by Amoxicillin are among the most common drug-induced rashes. Amoxicillin is an antibiotic.
A rash occurs particularly often when the affected person is at the so-called Pfeiffer's glandular fever is ill (see: Amoxicillin rash in Pfeiffer's glandular fever).
If you develop a rash with amoxicillin, you should See a doctor and show him the rash.
This can assess whether the amoxicillin is a possible trigger and should be discontinued as a result or not.
Amoxicillin does not always have to be discontinued. If the rash is only mild without any other symptoms, the drug often does not need to be stopped.
However, if there are any other accompanying symptoms or if the rash occurs very suddenly, the amoxicillin should be discontinued immediately. On the medical side, you can Antihistamines for itching and light cortisone ointments be prescribed for local treatment.
Read more here: Amoxicillin rash
What to do if a penicillin rash
Much like amoxicillin can too penicillin cause a rash.
As with other drug rashes, the actions you can take yourself are limited.
You should get one first See a doctor and show him the rash so he can get an idea of the situation.
Discontinuing the penicillin after consulting your doctor is a possible consequence of a rash, especially with others Concomitant symptoms.
Come against the complaints Antihistamines and Cortisone ointments as drug measures in question.
To the itching to soothe and soothe the skin cooling compresses recommendable.
Penicillin allergies can also be accompanied by strong symptoms such as Shortness of breath and circulatory failure accompanied. Therefore, the use of penicillin after the first occurrence of an allergic reaction may be contraindicated.
Here you will find more information: Penicillin rash and Rash after taking antibiotics - this is what you should do
What to do if a mite rash
The most common skin rash caused by mites is what is called scabies (scabies).
This disease is caused by the so-called Itch mites that dig into the top layers of the skin and there Mite ducts form.
The skin is typically reddened and very itchy. In the case of scabies, immediate treatment with the active ingredient is required Permethrin necessary because the disease is highly contagious.
Read more here: How contagious is scabies?
Close contact persons, such as roommates, partners, children or friends should be informed that they may have become infected. In this way they can immediately consult a doctor if symptoms occur. Clothes, bed linen, towels and tight utensils (e.g. blood pressure cuffs) should be washed at least at 50 ° C.
