Skin Rashes & Infections Elgin IL

Find top doctors who perform Skin Rashes & Infections in Elgin, IL. Whether you’re seeking treatment or looking to schedule a preventative screening, we can connect you with the best dermatologists near you in Elgin, IL.

Local Businesses

Arps Alan

847- 695-3333
87 N Airlite St – Ste 160
Elgin, IL 60123


Fendon Plastic Surgery

(847) 531-6340
698 Featherstone Road
Elgin, IL 60120


Nikhil J Bhatt

(847) 742-7458
2050 Larkin Ave – Suite 102
Elgin, IL 60123


Ungaretti, Dari

847-742-1000
1710 N Randall Rd Ste 380
Elgin, IL 60123


Elgin Dental Assoc

(847) 888-8282
1253 N Alpine Rd Department Of Audiology
Elgin, IL 60120


Advanced Wellness Center

847- 695-6262
1750 N Randall Rd – Ste 250
Elgin, IL 60123


Arps Alan D

(847) 695-3333
1639 N Alpine Rd Ste 360
Elgin, IL 60123


Mohs Surgery Dermatology Center

(847) 608-6647
1750 N Randall Rd, Ste 120
Elgin, IL 60123


Arps, Alan – Arps Alan

(847) 695-3333
534 Roxbury Rd
Elgin, IL 60120


Jongwook Ham

(847) 742-7458
2050 Larkin Ave – Suite 102
Elgin, IL 60123


Alan Arps Plastic Reconstructive & Hand Surgery

(847)695-3333
2929 Mcfarland Rd
Elgin, IL 60123


Baley Richard

847- 742-3525

Elgin, IL 60123


Aleksandrovich Ellen M D

847- 931-7274
2320 Royal Blvd
Elgin, IL 60123


Mohs Surgery & Dermatology Center

847- 608-6647
1750 N Randall Road Suite 120
Elgin, IL 60123


Alan Arps

(847) 695-3333
87 N Airlite St – Suite 160
Elgin, IL 60123


Advanced Clinic

847- 931-7274
2320 Royal Blvd
Elgin, IL 60123


Atadero Jennifer

847- 429-4402
934 Center St
Elgin, IL 60120


Thomas H Fendon

(847) 531-6340
915 Center Street – Suite 3002
Elgin, IL 60120


Dari Ann Ungaretti

(847) 742-1000
1710 N Randall Rd – Suite 380
Elgin, IL 60123


A Kid Care Medical

847- 888-3631
373 Summit St
Elgin, IL 60120


Skin Rashes & Infections FAQ in Elgin, IL

Which antibiotic is good for skin rashes?

Antibiotics: Oral antibiotics are used to treat many skin conditions. Common antibiotics include dicloxacillin, erythromycin, and tetracycline. Antifungal agents: Oral antifungal drugs include fluconazole and itraconazole. These drugs can be used to treat more severe fungal infections.

Can the body heal an infection by itself?

Once unfriendly bacteria enter your body, your body’s immune system tries to fight them off. But oftentimes, your body can’t fight the infection naturally, and you need to take antibiotics – medication that kills the bacteria.

What is the most common bacterial skin infection?

Staph bacteria are one of the most common causes of skin infections in the U.S. Most of these skin infections are minor (such as pimples and boils), are not spread to others (not infectious), and usually can be treated without antibiotics.

What are 5 common symptoms of a bacterial infection?

fever. feeling tired or fatigued. swollen lymph nodes in the neck, armpits, groin or elsewhere. headache. nausea or vomiting.

What are the red flags for sepsis?

Severe breathlessness or sleepiness. It feels like you’re going to die or pass out. Skin mottled or discoloured. An extremely high or a very low temperature; repeated vomiting; seizures; and a rash which doesn’t fade when you press a glass against it are also possible ‘red flags’.

What is the first most common infection in the body?

Chlamydia. 1/15. This sexually transmitted disease affects men and women. Influenza A and B. 2/15. Sudden fever and chills, muscle aches, headache, tiredness, sore throat, congestion. Staph. 3/15. E. Coli. Herpes Simplex 1. 5/15. Herpes Simplex 2. 6/15. Shigellosis. 7/15. Syphilis. 8/15.

Why do I keep getting infections in my body?

Not washing your hands. Not scrubbing up after you use the bathroom or before you touch your nose and mouth can lead to repeat infections. That’s especially true if you get colds or the flu often. It may seem like you’re getting the same infection, but you might be getting infected with different viruses.

Can infections go away without antibiotics?

Antibiotics are only needed for treating certain infections caused by bacteria, but even some bacterial infections get better without antibiotics. We rely on antibiotics to treat serious, life-threatening conditions such as pneumonia and sepsis, the body’s extreme response to an infection.

How do you tell if a rash is infected?

If you have an itchy rash and you scratch it, it may become infected. Signs of an infected rash are yellow or green fluid; swelling, crusting, pain and warmth in the area of the rash; or a red streak coming from the rash.

How long is Covid rash?

How long does a COVID-19 rash last? More information is needed to know for sure. Right now, reports suggest that a rash typically lasts between 2 and 12 days, with most people having a rash for 8 days.

How do I know if I’m developing sepsis?

A person with sepsis might have one or more of the following signs or symptoms: High heart rate or weak pulse. Fever, shivering, or feeling very cold. Confusion or disorientation.

What kind of viral infection causes a rash?

Various illnesses, such as mononucleosis, chickenpox, sixth disease, and measles, cause a viral rash. A viral rash may appear as small bumps, blisters, or patches in various parts of the body. The rash typically goes away once the illness has run its course.