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  • Rashes in babies and children

    NHS information on common rashes in babies and children, such as chickenpox, eczema, impetigo, ringworm, scabies, slapped cheek syndrome and more.

  • Hives

    Find out about hives (also called urticaria), which is a raised, itchy rash that's usually caused by a reaction to things like food, pollen, insect bites or chemicals.

  • Lupus

    Find out about lupus (systemic lupus erythematosus), including causes, symptoms, treatment and how you can ease your symptoms.

  • Molluscum contagiosum

    Find out about molluscum contagiosum, including what the symptoms are and what to do if you think you or your child have it.

  • Heat rash (prickly heat)

    Read about heat rash, also called prickly heat or miliaria rubra, which is an itchy rash of small, raised spots and a stinging or prickling sensation on the skin.

  • Moles

    Find out about moles, including what a normal mole looks like and when a mole could be serious. Also, find out how to prevent a mole becoming cancerous.

  • About lymecycline

    NHS medicines information on lymecycline – what it’s used for and key facts.

  • Acne

    Acne is a common skin condition that affects most people at some point. It causes spots, oily skin and sometimes skin that's hot or painful to touch.

  • Acne - Complications

    Acne scarring can sometimes develop as a complication of acne. This is more common when the most serious types of spots burst and damage nearby skin.

  • Nappy rash

    Find out what causes nappy rash and how you can treat it yourself and prevent it from coming back.