- Contact dermatitis
Contact dermatitis is a rash on the skin that can be itchy, painful, tender swollen and even blistered.
- Lice
Head lice are tiny visible insects that infest the hair and scalp causing itchiness and bumps in that area.
- Poison ivy, oak, and sumac
The toxin found in poison ivy, oak, and sumac causes an itchy, allergic rash with raised welts and blisters.
- Allergic reaction
Allergic reaction causes sneezing, runny nose and hives and can lead to anaphylaxis, a whole body reaction.
- Alopecia
Alopecia, also known as losing hair or going bald, and is marked by a slowly receding hairline and balding.
- Abscess
A skin abscess, or boil, is a swollen, painful, red and warm lump of skin that may rupture and drain pus.
- Atopic dematitis
Atopic dermatitis, a common skin disease, causes itching, dryness, redness, cracking, scaling and oozing.
- Cellulitis
Cellulitis, a bacterial infection of the skin, causes red, tender skin that is usually swollen and warm.
- Insect bites
Redness, swelling, pain, itching, bumps are common symptoms of insect bites.
- Insect sting
An insect sting may be followed by redness, swelling, and itching.
- Drug allergy
A drug allergy is an allergic reaction to a medication and can cause a rapid heartbeat and difficulty breathing.
- Narcotic abuse
Narcotic abuse can cause fatigue, shallow breathing, anxiety, euphoria, vomiting, confusion, and constipation.
- Burn (heat or fire)
Burns caused by heat are called thermal burns and can cause pain swelling, skin changes, blisters and more.
- Dry skin
Symptoms of dry skin include scaly, rough, itchy, flakey, cracked skin, as well as chapped or cracked lips.
- Heat exposure
Heat exposure can cause dizziness, nausea, headache, weakness, a fast heartbeat, muscle cramps, and more.
- Acute stress reaction
Acute stress reaction symptoms include shortness of breath, anxiety, nervousness, sense of doom and more.
- Rosacea
Rosacea is a skin condition that causing redness, broken blood vessels, a rash, or thickened skin on the face.
- Carcinoid syndrome
Carcinoid syndrome is a group of symptoms such as flushing, wheezing, and diarrhea that may develop in people who have carcinoid cancer.
- Insulin reaction (hypoglycemia)
An insulin reaction is the result of low blood sugar and causes anxiety, hunger, shaking, dizziness, and more.
- Cyanide poisoning
The symptoms of cyanide poisoning include headache, weakness, confusion, nausea, and seizures.
- Diabetic ketoacidosis
Symptoms of diabetic ketoacidosis include dry mouth, excessive thirst and urination, and more.
- West nile virus
West Nile virus is an infection spread by mosquitoes, and can cause diarrhea, fever, abdominal pain, and more.
- High blood pressure (hypertension)
High blood pressure, often asymptomatic, can cause headaches, shortness of breath, nosebleeds, and anxiety.
- Panic attack
When someone has a panic attack, that person feels a sudden, intense fear that can't be controlled.
- Generalized anxiety disorder
Generalized anxiety disorder is a condition in which a person has nearly constant anxiety.
