Rashes and Itchy Skin
At Midland Skin we offer consultations for rashes and itchy skin with a Dermatologist for patients in Birmingham, Solihull, Coventry, Wolverhampton, Worcester and the Midlands.
What do rashes look like?
Different diagnoses have different clinical features. Eczema may cause dry, itchy patches. Psoriasis causes very scaly and thick plaques. Fungal infections can cause red, scaly and weepy areas and abnormal nails. Urticaria resembles hives. Lichen planus causes little purple spots. It is important for a rash to be diagnosed by a Dermatologist.
Quick facts about Rashes and Itchy Skin [TO UPDATE]
- You need three 45 minute treatments – one every 3 to 4 weeks
- The results get better with time and at one year there is an average reduction in inflammatory spots of 97% according to clinical studies
- There are no harmful side effects
- The treatment is safe in all skin tones and all year round
- You do not need to take long-term tablets or creams
- There can be short-lived purges which can be managed with medications
Can itch be present without a rash?
Yes and this is surprisingly common. Itch without a rash is known as primary pruritus and requires further investigations for conditions such as anaemia and thyroid disorders. Sometimes itch without a rash is a variation of urticaria.
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What should I do if I have a rash?
If you have a rash and you would like diagnosis and treatment, then please see one of our Dermatologists who will be happy to help.
What causes rashes?
Most of us will suffer with a rash at some point in our lives. The common rashes are:
Are there any treatments for rashes and itch?
Yes there are many effective therapies and it is important to see a Dermatologist for these. Options to treat rashes are listed below and are individualised to the needs of the sufferer and the diagnosis:
- Moisturisers
- Steroid Creams
- Antifungal creams
- Tablets
- Light therapy
- Injections
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References used for this article
Further information on dermatitis can be found here:
About the Author
This page has been written and/or medically reviewed by Dr Sajjad Rajpar, Consultant Dermatologist and Medical Director of Midland Skin, Birmingham.
Dr Rajpar is on the GMC Specialist Register in Dermatology and has over 20 years’ experience in clinical dermatology. He provides clinical oversight to ensure the information on this page is accurate, balanced and consistent with current dermatology practice.
Dr Sajjad Rajpar
Date last updated: 9th Mar 2026
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