Skin rash
A red eruption of the skin.
Also called: Rash, Skin rash.
Conditions associated with skin rash
The following conditions have been associated with skin rash in medical literature. This is informational and not a diagnosis.
Acute liver failure
Acute liver failure is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Adult-onset Still disease
Adult-onset Still disease is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Aicardi-Goutieres syndrome 7
Any Aicardi-Goutieres syndrome in which the cause of the disease is a mutation in the IFIH1 gene....
American trypanosomiasis
American trypanosomiasis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Antisynthetase syndrome
Antisynthetase syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Atopic Dermatitis
A chronic inflammatory skin condition (eczema) causing itchy, red, dry, and cracked skin....
Bacterial toxic-shock syndrome
Bacterial toxic-shock syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Bethlem myopathy 1A
Bethlem myopathy 1A is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Biotinidase deficiency
Biotinidase deficiency is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Blau syndrome
Blau syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Boutonneuse fever
Boutonneuse fever is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
CAR T cell therapy-associated cytokine release syndrome
CAR T cell therapy-associated cytokine release syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with var...
Chikungunya
Chikungunya is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Chronic nonbacterial osteomyelitis/Chronic recurrent multifocal osteomyelitis
Chronic nonbacterial osteomyelitis/Chronic recurrent multifocal osteomyelitis is a medical condition that may ...
Chédiak-Higashi syndrome
Chédiak-Higashi syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Classic Hodgkin lymphoma
Classic Hodgkin lymphoma is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Classic mycosis fungoides
Classic mycosis fungoides is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Coccidioidomycosis
Coccidioidomycosis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Contact Dermatitis
A skin reaction caused by contact with an irritant or allergen, causing redness, itching, and sometimes bliste...
Dengue fever
Dengue fever is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Dermatomyositis
Dermatomyositis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Eosinophilic granulomatosis with polyangiitis
Eosinophilic granulomatosis with polyangiitis is a medical condition that may be associated with various sympt...
Erdheim-Chester disease
Erdheim-Chester disease is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Familial Mediterranean fever
Familial Mediterranean fever is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Glucagonoma
Glucagonoma is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Granulomatosis with polyangiitis
Granulomatosis with polyangiitis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs...
HIV Infection
A viral infection that attacks the immune system. With treatment, people with HIV can live long, healthy lives...
Hereditary angioedema with C1Inh deficiency
Hereditary angioedema with C1Inh deficiency is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptom...
Hyper-IgE recurrent infection syndrome
Hyper-IgE recurrent infection syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and...
Hyper-Igd syndrome
Hyper-Igd syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Hypocomplementemic urticarial vasculitis
Hypocomplementemic urticarial vasculitis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms a...
Immune-mediated necrotizing myopathy
Immune-mediated necrotizing myopathy is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and s...
Immunodeficiency 126
Immunodeficiency 126 is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Immunoglobulin A vasculitis
Immunoglobulin A vasculitis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Juvenile dermatomyositis
Juvenile dermatomyositis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Kaposi sarcoma
Kaposi sarcoma is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Kawasaki disease
Kawasaki disease is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease
Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Lead poisoning
Lead poisoning is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Leptospirosis
Leptospirosis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Tests providers may use to investigate skin rash
When investigating skin rash, a healthcare provider may order one or more of the following laboratory tests. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
ANA (Antinuclear Antibodies)
Screens for autoimmune diseases such as lupus....
Anti-dsDNA Antibodies
Supports diagnosis and monitoring of systemic lupus erythematosus....
CBC with Differential
Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to help evaluate overall health and detect disorder...
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
Measures 14 substances in the blood to assess kidney and liver function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar ...
Hiv 4Th Generation Antigen/Antibody Test
HIV 4th Generation DUO Tests detect HIV antibodies and P24 antigens, while 3rd generation tests detect only HI...
Hiv Rna Blood Test
The HIV RNA blood test is used for early detection of HIV. Standard HIV tests measure the levels of the antibo...
Immunoglobulin E (IgE)
Measures total IgE and can help evaluate allergic conditions....
Symptoms commonly seen alongside skin rash
Blister Rash
A rash with small fluid-filled blisters, characteristic of shingles or other viral infections....
Light Sensitivity
Discomfort or pain when looking at light, which can accompany migraine, eye inflammation, or meningitis....
Muscle Pain
Pain in the muscles, which can be caused by overuse, infection, or inflammatory conditions....
Skin Redness
Redness of the skin caused by increased blood flow, which can be a sign of inflammation or infection....
Sore Throat
Pain, scratchiness, or irritation of the throat that often worsens when swallowing, commonly caused by viral o...
Swollen Lymph Nodes
Enlarged lymph nodes that can occur with infection, immune reactions, or certain cancers....
When to seek care
Seek care from a qualified healthcare provider if skin rash is severe, persistent, worsening, or accompanied by concerning symptoms. If you think you have a medical emergency, call your local emergency number immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the symptom skin rash mean?
Skin rash is a health sign or symptom described in medical literature. A red eruption of the skin.
Which conditions are associated with skin rash?
Skin rash has been reported in association with 96 conditions in the medical literature we index, including Acute liver failure, Adult-onset Still disease, Aicardi-Goutieres syndrome 7, American trypanosomiasis, Antisynthetase syndrome. These associations do not mean you have any of these conditions.
Should I see a doctor about skin rash?
You should discuss any persistent or concerning symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider. This website does not provide diagnosis. If you have severe symptoms or signs of a medical emergency, seek care immediately.