A rash on the head can be a signal of the onset of a serious illness. Children and adults experience skin irritation for different reasons, so treatment should be age-appropriate.
Adult Rash
Depending on the nature of the manifestation and accompanying symptoms, a red rash on the head may indicate
following:
- A sexually transmitted infection is usually thrush. There is a rash, itching, burning, white flakes on the foreskin and glans penis. Thrush is transmitted primarily through sexual contact, but can also occur after swimming in dirty water or using various drugs.
- Venereal diseases - syphilis, gonorrhea and others begin with irritation on the skin of the genital organs. Large pimples gradually cover the foreskin, bringing severe discomfort. Treatment should be started immediately before the infection becomes more severe.
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Allergy - a rash on the head sometimes appears with an allergic reaction. Irritation does not bring inconvenience and passes quickly enough after taking antihistamines.drugs.
Red rash on head - Genital herpes - the presence of this disease is indicated by small bubbles filled with liquid, sores and erosion. The disease appears suddenly and has a duration of 5 to 7 days if appropriate treatment has been carried out. If a man does not take any measures, then the bubbles turn into very painful sores that cause pain and burning, especially when urinating.
Any rash on the head should be promptly eliminated, otherwise the man has to stop sexual activity for a while. In case of serious diseases, sexual function is disturbed - an erection is lost, the ability to become sexually aroused, frequent and painful urination appears.
Rash on the head of children
In children, as a rule, a rash on the genitals is not a sign of the disease. In most cases, the parents are to blame for the appearance of the rash. Irritation on the delicate skin of a child can occur from many factors:
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Rash on the genitals Diaper use is the most common reason. In a disposable diaper, the baby's skin does not breathe at all, but it is exposed to a material that can cause allergies. If the rash on the genitals is widespread, affecting not only the head, but also the foreskin, testicles and anus, it is recommended to change the brand of the diaper. And the best thing is to give it up completely in order to quickly eliminate irritation and prevent it from reoccurring.appearances.
- Bad hygiene - a child, regardless of gender, needs to be washed daily without soap. The remains of urine, dust clogged in the foreskin, in the opening of the penis, causing severe irritation and discomfort.
Rash on the head in children does not require specialized treatment. In most cases, parents can cope with the disease at home, on their own. If home remedies and baby creams are not successful, then you need to visit a doctor. Sometimes, diseases of adults can manifest themselves in children of any age.
