Learn why heel skin can become hard, yellow, and cracked, how to care for it safely, and when a dermatologist should evaluate it.
Tag: Rashes
Why Does My Skin Feel Like It’s Burning When I Put on Normal Lotion?
Lotion can sting when the skin barrier is irritated, dry, inflamed, or sensitive to an ingredient. Learn common triggers and what to do next.
Why Do I Get Pimples Inside My Ear Canal That Hurt?
Painful bumps inside the ear canal may come from inflamed follicles, blocked pores, cysts, or infection. Learn what to avoid and when to get checked.
Why Does My Skin Burn and Crack in the Crease of My Groin?
Burning or cracked skin in the groin crease may come from friction, moisture, irritation, or infection. Learn when a dermatologist should evaluate it.
Why Do I Get Raised, Red Lines From Just Lightly Scratching My Skin? (Dermatographism)
Raised red lines after light scratching may be dermatographism. Learn common triggers, home care, treatment options, and when to see a dermatologist.
Why Are There Tiny Skin-Colored Bumps on My Genitals?
Tiny genital bumps may have harmless or infectious causes. Learn common possibilities, what to avoid, and when to see a dermatologist.
Why Do I Get Tiny, Itchy Bumps on My Arms After Being in Sunlight? (PMLE)
Tiny, itchy bumps after sunlight may be linked to PMLE. Learn what can trigger this sun-sensitive rash, what may help, and when to see a dermatologist.
Papular Urticaria: Why Bug Bites Cause Long-Lasting Itchy Bumps
Learn why papular urticaria can make bug bites stay itchy for days or weeks, what may trigger it, and when a dermatologist should evaluate the rash.
Why Does My Skin Leave a White Mark After I Press on It? (Dermographism)
A white mark after pressing the skin may be temporary blanching or a form of dermographism. Learn what these reactions can mean and when to get checked.
Why Is the Skin Between My Buttocks Itchy and Raw?
Itchy, raw skin between the buttocks may come from moisture, friction, irritation, inflammation, or infection. Learn what can help.

