Rash, Skin Irritation and Dermatitis

Dermatitis is a reaction that skin has to allergens or irritants. It includes a group of skin conditions that cause different symptoms. Some of the more common conditions include the following:*

• Atopic dermatitis (eczema) causes dry, itchy and inflamed skin.
• Contact dermatitis happens when the skin comes into contact with an irritant or allergen causing inflammation.
• Cradle cap causes crust and oil on a baby’s scalp.
• Diaper rash causes inflamed skin.
• Seborrheic dermatitis causes scaly patches, inflamed skin and dandruff on the face, neck and scalp.

A rash is a symptom of dermatitis and can be different for each person and trigger. A rash is not a specific diagnosis. It's a symptom of a medical condition. In order to treat a rash, the medical condition needs to be identified.

Because of the different types, there are many symptoms associated with dermatitis. The most common include the following:*

• Ampollas
• Protuberancias
• Cracked skin
• Crusty skin
• Caspa
• Piel seca
• Hard skin
• Picazón
• Erupción
• Piel escamada
• Skin irritation
• Inflamación cutánea

Sometimes a second problem can occur because of dermatitis. For example, a rash that causes breaks in the skin can allow an infection to enter the body. In that case, a person will have symptoms of dermatitis and symptoms of an infection.

A MinuteClinic provider can evaluate the skin irritation, diagnose the cause, and discuss symptoms and treatment. They can work with you to develop a treatment plan that addresses the pain and discomfort. They can also help ensure that you do not develop an infection or have long-term problems due to dermatitis.

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Some common causes include the following:

• Reacciones alérgicas
• Autoimmune diseases
• Fricción
• Calor
• Irritants
• Plants
• Embarazo
• Estrés
• Virus

Most types of dermatitis can be treated. Treatments can include the following:

• Cremas
• Geles
• Ointments
• Prescription medications

Some symptoms can be a sign of a more serious medical condition and may require specialized care. Algunas también pueden requerir tratamiento especial por el lugar donde aparecen.

A MinuteClinic provider can evaluate the skin irritation, diagnose the cause, and discuss symptoms and treatment. They can work with you to develop a treatment plan that addresses the pain and discomfort. They can also help ensure that you do not develop an infection or have long-term problems due to dermatitis.