Why do I have red blotches on my stomach?
It can occur all over the body or only one part or portion of the skin. There are many causes which lead to this such as allergic reactions, childhood infections, hepatitis, iron deficiency (anaemia), or reaction to medications (drug allergy). The red patches could most probably be due to an allergic reaction.
When should I be worried about a rash on my stomach?
Seek immediate medical care (call 911) if a stomach rash is accompanied by any serious symptoms, including swelling of the face, swelling and constriction of the throat, difficulty breathing, fainting, change in level of consciousness or alertness, pale skin, or purple rash.
What does a anxiety rash look like?
Stress rashes often appear as raised red bumps called hives. They can affect any part of the body, but often a stress rash is on the face, neck, chest or arms. Hives may range from tiny dots to large welts and may form in clusters. They may be itchy or cause a burning or tingling sensation.
Can blood disorders cause skin rashes?
Red blood cells are responsible for carrying oxygen through the body. Some types of anemia can cause rashes, which are abnormalities on the skin. Sometimes, the rash that presents with anemia may be due to the anemia condition itself. Other times, the rash may be due to complications from the treatment of the anemia.
What diseases have a rash as a symptom?
Rashes Caused by Infection or Disease
- Shingles. Shingles manifests as a painful rash with blisters on one side of the face or body.
- Chickenpox. The hallmark sign of chickenpox is an itchy rash that affects the entire body.
- HIV.
- Measles.
- Syphilis.
- Roseola.
- Lyme Disease.
What does a blood disorder rash look like?
The rashes resemble patches of pinpoint red or purple spots, known as petechiae. These red spots may be raised or flat on the skin. They can appear anywhere on the body but are more common on the neck, arms, and legs. The petechial red spots do not typically cause any symptoms like pain or itching.