skin_disease.id,skin_disease.ts,skin_disease.title,skin_disease.excerpt
1,"2018-01-29 21:00:16"," Bites and stings","Many insects can cause a rash through a bite or sting. Although the reaction will vary depending on the person and the animal, symptoms often include: redness and rash itching pain swelling - either localized to the site of the bite or sting or more widespread"
2,"2018-01-29 21:00:31"," Flea bites","Fleas are tiny jumping insects that can live in fabrics within the home. They have a very fast breeding cycle and can take over a home very rapidly. flea bites on humans often appear as red spots the skin can become irritated and painful secondary infections can be caused by scratching"
3,"2018-01-29 21:00:35"," Fifth disease","Also known as erythema infectiosum and slapped cheek syndrome, fifth disease is caused by the parvovirus B19. One of the symptoms is a rash, which appears in three stages: A blotchy red rash on the cheeks with groups of red papules. After 4 days, a net of red marks may appear on the arms and trunk. In the third stage, the rash only appears after exposure to sunlight or heat."
4,"2018-01-29 21:00:40"," Impetigo","Impetigo is a highly contagious skin infection that most commonly affects children. The first sign is normally a patch of red, itchy skin. There are two types of impetigo: Non-bullous impetigo - red sores appear around the mouth and nose. Bullous impetigo - less common, generally affects children under 2. Medium to large blisters appear on the trunk, arms, and legs."
5,"2018-01-29 21:00:42"," Shingles","Shingles is an infection of an individual nerve. It is caused by the same virus as chickenpox - the varicella-zoster virus. Symptoms include: A rash similar to chickenpox in a band around the infected nerve. Blisters can merge producing a solid red band. Rash is often painful."
6,"2018-01-29 21:00:46"," Scabies","Scabies is a skin condition caused by a microscopic mite. It is very contagious and spreads easily through person-to-person contact. Symptoms include: Intense itching - often worse at night. Rash - appears in lines as the mite burrows. Blisters are sometimes present. Sores - may appear where the rash has been scratched."
7,"2018-01-29 21:00:48"," Eczema","Eczema is one of the most common skin conditions. It often first develops in childhood. Symptoms depend on the type of eczema and on the age of the individual but they often include: dry scaly patches on the skin intensely itchy rash cracked and rough skin"
8,"2018-01-29 21:00:52"," Hay fever","Hay fever, or allergic rhinitis, is an allergic response to pollen. Symptoms can be similar to those of a common cold, such as: runny nose watery eyes sneezing Hay fever can also cause a rash, similar to hives. These will appear as itchy red patches or eruptions on the skin."
9,"2018-01-29 21:00:55"," Scarlet fever","Scarlet fever is a disease caused by a toxin released by a bacteria - Streptococcus pyogenes - the same bacteria that is responsible for Strep throat. Symptoms include a sore throat, rash, and fever. The rash has the following characteristics: red blotches blotches turn to fine pink-red rash like sunburn skin feels rough"
10,"2018-01-29 21:00:58"," Rheumatic fever","Rheumatic fever is an inflammatory reaction to a streptococcal infection, such as Strep throat. It most commonly affects children aged 5-15. Symptoms include: small painless bumps under skin red skin rash swollen tonsils"
11,"2018-01-29 21:01:02"," Mono (mononucleosis)","Mono, or mononucleosis, is caused by a virus. It is rarely serious, but symptoms can include: a pink, measle-like rash body aches high fevers"
12,"2018-01-29 21:01:05"," Ringworm","Ringworm, despite its name, is caused by a fungus. The fungal infection affects the top layer of the skin, scalp, and nails. Symptoms vary depending on the site of the infection, but can include: itchy, red rash in rings - sometimes slightly raised small patches of scaly skin hair near patches breaks away"
13,"2018-01-29 21:01:08"," Measles","Measles is a highly contagious disease caused by the rubeola virus. Symptoms include: a reddish-brown rash small grayish-white spots with bluish-white centers in the mouth dry cough"
14,"2018-01-29 21:01:11"," Yeast infection (candidiasis)","Candidiasis is a common fungal infection of the genitals. It affects both sexes, but more commonly, women. Symptoms include: rash pain and soreness in the genital area itching, burning, and irritation"
15,"2018-01-29 21:01:15"," Stasis dermatitis","Stasis dermatitis is also known as varicose eczema. It develops due to poor circulation and most commonly affects the lower legs. Symptoms include: varicose veins covered in itchy, dry skin red, swollen, painful skin, which may weep or crust over heavy, aching legs after standing for some time"
16,"2018-01-29 21:01:19"," German measles","Also known as rubella, German measles are an infection caused by the rubella virus. Symptoms include: rash - less bright than measles, often begins on the face inflamed, red eyes stuffy nose"
17,"2018-01-29 21:01:22"," Sepsis","Sepsis, often called blood poisoning, is a medical emergency. It is the result of a wide scale immune response to an infection. Symptoms vary, but can include: a rash that does not fade under pressure fever increased heart rate"
18,"2018-01-29 21:01:26"," West Nile virus","West Nile virus is an infection spread by mosquitos. Often, there are no symptoms, but if they do occur, they can include: raised and/or flat, pink skin rash on the trunk, arms, or legs excessive sweating vomiting"
19,"2018-01-29 21:01:31"," Lyme disease","Lyme disease is a bacterial infection transmitted to humans by the bite of an infected tick. The symptoms include an erythema migrans rash that often appears in the early stages of the disease. The rash begins as a small red area that may be warm to the touch but not itchy. The center loses color, giving it a bull's-eye appearance. The rash does not necessarily appear at the site of the tick bite."
20,"2018-01-29 21:01:34"," Cellulitis","Cellulitis is a bacterial infection of the deep layer of skin - the dermis. It normally occurs when bacteria enter through a break in the skin. Symptoms include: Skin sores or rash that starts suddenly and grows quickly. Warm skin around the redness. Fever and fatigue."
21,"2018-01-29 21:01:36"," MRSA","MRSA (methicillin-resistant staphylococcus aureus) is a contagious bacterial infection that is resistant to a range of antibiotics. This makes it difficult to treat. Symptoms include: rash swelling and tenderness in the affected part of the body wounds that do not heal Photo credit: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)"
22,"2018-01-29 21:01:40"," Chickenpox","Chickenpox is an infection by the varicella zoster virus. It is unpleasant, but most people recover within a couple of weeks. Symptoms include: An itchy rash of small red spots first appears on the face and trunk, and then spreads across the body. Spots then develop blisters on top. After 48 hours, the blisters cloud and start to dry out."
23,"2018-01-29 21:01:45"," Lupus","Lupus is an autoimmune disease, meaning that the immune system attacks healthy tissue. Symptoms vary widely from person to person, but can include: Butterfly-shaped rash across the cheeks and the bridge of the nose. Flaky red spots or a purple, scaly rash on the face, neck, or arms. Skin sensitivity to the sun."
24,"2018-01-29 21:01:47"," Toxic shock syndrome","Toxic shock syndrome is a rare condition sparked by a bacterial infection. It develops quickly and can be life-threatening. All people who have toxic shock syndrome have fever and a rash with the following characteristics: looks similar to sunburn and covers most of the body flat not raised turns white when pressed"
25,"2018-01-29 21:01:53"," Acute HIV infection","During the first stages of HIV, levels of the virus in the blood are very high because the immune system has not yet started tackling the infection. Early symptoms include a rash with the following features: mostly affects the upper part of the body flat or barely raised small red dots not generally itchy"
26,"2018-01-29 21:01:59"," Hand, foot, and mouth","Hand, foot, and mouth is a childhood illness resulting from a viral infection. Symptoms include: Rash - flat, non-itchy red blisters on the hands and soles of the feet. Loss of appetite. Ulcers on the throat, tongue, and mouth. Image credit: KlatschmohnAcker"
27,"2018-01-29 21:02:03"," Acrodermatitis","Acrodermatitis, a type of pustular psoriasis, is also known as Gianotti-Crosti syndrome. It is associated with viral infections. Symptoms include: itchy purple or red blisters swollen lymph nodes bloated abdomen"
28,"2018-01-29 21:02:07"," Hookworm","Hookworm is a common intestinal parasite. It can cause a range of complications. Symptoms include: Skin rash in one particular area that is red, itchy, and raised. Breathing complications. Extreme tiredness."
29,"2018-01-29 21:02:09"," Kawasaki disease","Kawasaki's disease is a rare syndrome that affects children. It is characterized by an inflammation of the walls of the arteries throughout the body. Symptoms include: A rash on the legs, arms, and torso and between the genitals and anus. A rash on the soles of the feet and palms of the hand, sometimes with peeling skin. Swollen, chapped, and dry lips."
30,"2018-01-29 21:02:15"," Syphilis","Syphilis is a sexually transmitted bacterial infection. The disease is treatable, but will not go away on its own. Symptoms vary depending on the stage of the disease and include: Initially - painless, firm, and round syphilitic sores (chancres). Later - non-itchy red/brown rash that starts on the trunk and spreads across the body. Oral, anal, and genital wart-like sores."
31,"2018-01-29 21:02:21"," Typhoid","Typhoid is caused by a bacterial infection. It is spread quickly by contact with the feces of an infected person. If untreated, 25 percent of cases end in death. Symptoms can include: Rash - rose-colored spots, especially on the neck and abdomen. Fever - up to 104 degrees Fahrenheit. Abdominal pain, diarrhea, and constipation. Image credit: Charles N. Farmer, CDC/ Armed Forces Institute of Pathology, 1964"
32,"2018-01-29 21:02:26"," Dengue fever","Dengue fever, also called breakbone fever, is transmitted by mosquitos. The condition ranges from mild to severe. Symptoms can include: Initially a flat, red rash appears over most of the body. Later, a secondary rash appears, similar to measles. Severe joint and muscle aches. Image credit: calliopejen, 2009"
33,"2018-01-29 21:02:29"," Ebola","Ebola is a serious viral disease; it spreads rapidly through families and friends and can often be fatal. Often, a rash is one of the symptoms: Initially, a short-lived mild rash may be present. Rashes begin to peel and look like sunburn. Later in the disease, the rash may turn to abscesses."
34,"2018-01-29 21:02:33"," SARS","Severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS) is a contagious and sometimes fatal respiratory illness. Symptoms can include: skin rash chills stiff muscles"
35,"2018-01-29 21:02:36"," Contact dermatitis","Contact dermatitis occurs when the skin comes in contact with an irritant; it is relatively common, and can be unpleasant. Symptoms include: red, flaky rash that stings blistered skin burning sensation cracked skin"
36,"2018-01-29 21:02:39"," Fungal infection","Although some fungi live naturally on the human body, sometimes, they can overtake. Symptoms depend on where the infection strikes, but can include: a red rash with a circular shape and raised edges cracking, flaking, or dry peeling of the skin in the infected area chafing, irritation, itching, or burning in the infected area"
37,"2018-01-29 21:02:42"," Drug allergy","Certain people have allergic reactions to prescribed drugs. The body's immune system mistakenly attacks the medication as if it were a pathogen. Symptoms vary depending on the individual and the drug, but can include: Rash, including hives Itchy skin or eyes Swelling"
38,"2018-01-29 21:02:45"," Atypical pneumonia","Also called walking pneumonia, atypical pneumonia is less severe than the typical form. Symptoms can include: rashes (uncommon) weakness and fatigue chest pain, especially when breathing deeply"
39,"2018-01-29 21:02:49"," Erysipelas","Erysipelas is a skin infection. It is a form of cellulitis, however, unlike cellulitis, it only affects the upper layers of the skin, rather than deeper tissue. The skin in a particular area becomes: swollen, red, and shiny tender and warm to the touch red streaks above the affected area Image credit: CDC/Dr. Thomas F. Sellers/Emory University"
40,"2018-01-29 21:02:52"," Reye's syndrome","Reye's syndrome is rare and most commonly occurs in children. It can cause serious damage to the body's organs, particularly the brain and liver (image opposite shows fat accumulation in liver cells). Early symptoms include: Rash on the palms of the hands and feet. Repeated, heavy vomiting. Lethargy, confusion, and headaches."
41,"2018-01-29 21:02:55"," Addisonian crisis","Addisonian crisis - also known as an adrenal crisis and acute adrenal insufficiency - is a rare and potentially fatal condition where the adrenal glands stop working correctly. Symptoms include: skin reactions, including rashes low blood pressure fever, chills, and sweating"
42,"2018-01-29 21:02:58"," Chemical burns","Chemical burns are relatively common; they can occur when a person comes in direct contact with a chemical or its fumes. Symptoms vary but can include: skin that appears black or dead irritation, burning, or redness in the affected area numbness and pain"
43,"2018-01-29 21:03:01"," Colorado tick fever","Colorado tick fever, also known as mountain tick fever and American tick fever is a viral infection that develops after a bite from a Rocky Mountain wood tick. Symptoms can include: a flat or pimply rash skin or muscle pain fever"
44,"2018-01-29 21:03:03"," Accidental poisoning by soap products","Some soap products contain strong chemicals. If they are ingested or inhaled, they can cause serious damage. Symptoms can include: chemical burns on the skin swelling of the throat, lips, and tongue difficulty breathing"
45,"2018-01-29 21:03:07"," Adult-onset Still's disease","Adult-onset Still's disease is a rare inflammatory disorder that usually affects people in their 30s. Symptoms include: A pink rash, mostly affecting the chest and thighs, which tends to fade quickly. Joint and muscle pain, commonly affecting the knees, wrists, and ankles. Enlarged spleen, liver, or lymph nodes."
46,"2018-01-29 21:03:09"," Juvenile idiopathic arthritis","Juvenile idiopathic arthritis is the most common form of arthritis in children; it used to be called juvenile rheumatoid arthritis. Symptoms vary depending on the subtype, but can include: fleeting rashes a scaly psoriasis-like rash spiking fever"
47,"2018-01-29 21:03:11"," Histoplasmosis","Histoplasmosis is a fungal infection of the lungs. Sometimes, it presents no symptoms, but in other cases, it produces pneumonia-like symptoms; these include: rash chest pain red bumps on lower legs"
48,"2018-01-29 21:03:13"," Dermatomyositis","Dermatomyositis is a medical condition that causes muscle weakness and rashes. The rash may be red and patchy or bluish-purple in color; it appears in a number of places, including: shoulders and upper back knuckles palms and fingers around the eyes"
49,"2018-01-29 21:03:16"," Graft-versus-host disease","People being treated for certain cancers may sometimes undergo a stem cell transplant; in some cases, the donor cells attack the recipient's healthy cells instead of the cancer cells. Symptoms can include: Rashes affecting the palms of the hands, soles of the feet, ears, or face. Other skin changes, such as drying, scaling, scarring, hardening, and darkening. Hair loss."
50,"2018-01-29 21:03:21"," Icthyosis vulgaris","Ichthyosis vulgaris is a hereditary skin condition that often begins in childhood. It is caused by a mutation in the gene that codes for the protein filaggrin; features include: The skin's surface becomes dry, thick, and scaly. The dryness is often accompanied by fine, white, or skin-colored scales. It commonly affects the elbows, shins, face, scalp, and torso."
51,"2018-01-29 21:03:25"," Pemphigoid","Pemphigoid is a group of rare autoimmune conditions that primarily cause rashes and skin blistering; there are three main types: Bullous pemphigoid - blistering on the lower torso, groin, armpits, inner thighs, soles, and palms. Cicatricial pemphigoid - mostly affects mucous membranes. Pemphigoid gestationis - develops during pregnancy and mostly affects the upper body."
52,"2018-01-29 21:03:28"," Sarcoidosis","Sarcoidosis is a condition involving the growth of persistent or inappropriate granulomas or clumps of inflammatory cells. Symptoms include: Erythema nodosum - a raised red rash on the lower extremities. Nodules or growths under the skin, especially around scar tissue. Skin discoloration."
53,"2018-01-29 21:03:31"," Phenylketonuria","Phenylketonuria is a genetic condition that affects how phenylalanine is broken down by the body. It affects around 1 in 10,000 babies in the U.S. If left untreated, phenylalanine builds up, causing: skin rashes, such as eczema lighter skin and eyes due to abnormal levels of melanin seizures"
54,"2018-01-29 21:03:33"," Porphyria","Porphyria refers to a group of genetic disorders that can affect the nervous system or the skin; symptoms are varied but can include: redness and swelling on the skin burning pain on the skin changes in skin pigmentation"
55,"2018-01-29 21:03:36"," Dermatitis neglecta","Dermatitis neglecta is a skin disorder that arises when an individual does not clean themselves sufficiently. It can look similar to other allergic conditions. Symptoms include patches of scaly skin that are collections of: sweat and moisture dirt bacteria and other germs Image credit: Dr. Piotr Brzezinski Ph.D."
56,"2018-01-29 21:03:39"," Heliotrope rash","Heliotrope rash is often the first noticeable symptom of an inflammatory muscle disease called dermatomyositis. The rash often includes: raised and bumpy skin red patches skin looks dry and irritated Image credit: Elizabeth M. Dugan, Adam M. Huber, Frederick W. Miller, Lisa G. Rider, 2010"