In fact, rashes are usually a sign that something is going on with your body, whether from a bacteria, virus, irritant, medication, or autoimmune disease, she says. Luckily, browsing pictures of pesky patches is actually not a bad way to help determine the culprit.Ī rash occurs when the skin becomes red, inflamed, and bumpy, and should not be ignored, says Faranak Kamangar, MD, a dermatologist, psoriasis specialist, and founder of PSOTelehealth. Because whether it’s itchy, inflamed, or painful, irritated skin can be downright worrisome and uncomfortable.
You’re likely Googling pictures of skin rashes to help identify and self-diagnose the exact cause. Picture this: You’re going about your day, when all of a sudden you spot a red, splotchy rash on your skin.
