The common symptoms of COVID-19 are familiar to most people—many having experienced them more than once—and can include fever, cough, runny nose, loss of taste or smell, fatigue, and other flulike affections. Less commonly known are the skin changes that may occur both before and after the infection sets in. According to Massachusetts General Hospital, skin symptoms may…
Rash Decisions
You’ve broken out in a red, itchy rash. You’re likely wondering where it came from—and, most importantly, how to make it go away. Unfortunately, your mystery rash could have many causes. Maybe you switched to a new detergent or accidentally brushed against poison ivy. Maybe it came from a virus or fungus. It can be…
Oatmeal Lotion for Chemotherapy-Induced Rash
Oats are put to the test against cetuximab-type chemo side effects to see just how soothing and anti-inflammatory they can be.
Poison Ivy Can Work Itchy Agony on Your Skin
A patient recently came into our dermatology clinic with a rash and a story similar to so many others. He had been out camping with friends a few days earlier and helped carry some logs to stoke the fire. Little did he know he was going to pay for lending a helping hand. A couple…
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