Why do I have a spotty rash on my legs?

Why do I have a spotty rash on my legs?

If the red spots combine in patches and itch like crazy, you may have eczema. Eczema, or atopic dermatitis, is a common skin condition. Eczema may be dry and scaly, or it can blister and ooze a clear fluid. Eczema tends to flare up at times.

What does a red spotty rash mean?

Red spots on the skin are a common medical complaint. When the spots occur in outbreaks, they are sometimes termed rashes. Rashes can occur due to infections of the skin, disseminated infections (that have spread throughout the body), allergic reactions, or irritations of the skin.

What can cause a spotty rash?

Common causes

• Contact dermatitis. One of the most common causes of rashes – contact dermatitis – occurs when the skin has a reaction to something that it has touched.
• Medications. Certain medications can cause rashes in some people; this may be a side effect or an allergic reaction.
• Infections.
• Autoimmune conditions.

What causes rash on the back of your legs?

They can form as a result of: an allergic reaction to the medication a side effect of the medication photosensitivity to the medication

What does lower leg redness mean?

Lower leg redness is usually caused by inflammation of the skin along the lower leg. Inflammation of the skin can be caused by injury to the skin via infection or a lack of blood outflow from the leg. Damage to lymph nodes, non-healing wounds or ulcers, blood clots, or arterial blockage are all important mechanisms that may cause lower leg redness.

What are pink spots on legs?

Pityriasis rosea is a rash causing pink, reddish, or purplish oval patches on the chest, belly, arms, and legs.

What is a circular itchy rash?

Ringworm is one of the most common causes of a round rash. Contrary to popular belief, ringworm is not caused by any type of worm. It is actually a fungal infection caused by the same fungus responsible for athlete’s foot. The circular rashes associated with ringworm are usually scaly and itchy.