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  • Heat rash (prickly heat)

    Find out 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.

  • Lichen planus

    Find out about lichen planus, a non-infectious, itchy rash that can affect many areas of the body.

  • 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.

  • Chickenpox

    Find out more about chickenpox, an infection that's spread easily and causes an itchy, spotty rash.

  • Bullous pemphigoid

    Find out more about bullous pemphigoid, a rare skin condition that usually starts with an itchy, raised skin rash.

  • 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.

  • Meningitis - Symptoms

    Read about the main symptoms of meningitis, including the meningitis rash, and find out when and where to get medical advice if you have any concerns.

  • 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.

  • Scabies

    Find out about scabies, including symptoms, causes and treatments.

  • Rubella (german measles)

    Find out about rubella (german measles), including what the symptoms are, what to do if you get it and the risks of catching rubella while you’re pregnant.