{"id":7309,"date":"2019-08-13T12:54:34","date_gmt":"2019-08-13T16:54:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.getmaple.ca\/?post_type=mpl_conditions&p=7309"},"modified":"2025-04-15T14:37:52","modified_gmt":"2025-04-15T18:37:52","slug":"rashes-treatment","status":"publish","type":"mpl_conditions","link":"https:\/\/www.getmaple.ca\/conditions\/rashes-treatment\/","title":{"rendered":"Rashes"},"content":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"template":"","acf":{"hero_headline":"Rashes treatment, diagnosis & prescriptions","condition_tabs":[{"tab_content":[{"acf_fc_layout":"accordion","accordion_title":"Can I talk to a doctor on Maple about my rashes?","accordion_intro":"

Yes, you can. The healthcare provider will want to discuss your medical history, as well as any symptoms or signs of rashes that you’re experiencing.
\nBecause there are so many conditions that can cause rashes, the healthcare provider may suggest additional testing so that they can provide a clear diagnosis for your rashes. They may also refer you to a dermatologist, who has the expertise to identify the specific type of rash you’re experiencing.
\nOnce you have a diagnosis for your rashes, the healthcare provider can suggest appropriate treatments for your rashes based on their type and severity.<\/p>\n

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Yes, our physicians can prescribe <\/span>medications<\/span> for <\/span>rashes<\/span> online during your consultation. Once you accept a <\/span>prescription<\/span> for your <\/span>rashes<\/span>, you\u2019ll have the option to pick it up from any pharmacy or to have it delivered right to your door at no additional cost.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n","accordion_content":"

You can visit our\u00a0How it Works<\/a>\u00a0page to learn more.<\/p>\n","accordion_more_text":"See more","accordion_less_text":"See less"},{"acf_fc_layout":"accordion","accordion_title":"What are rashes?","accordion_intro":"

Rashes are typically areas of irritated, itchy, or swollen skin that can appear on any area of the body. They can also be described as changes in skin colour or texture, usually resulting from inflammation.<\/p>\n

There are many different causes for rashes, with varying levels of severity. Some develop right away, while others can form over several days. Most will clear up fairly quickly. However, some are chronic and may require long-term treatment.<\/p>\n

In some cases, the doctor may use the shape or appearance of the rashes to help with diagnosing the condition. They may use terms like “linear”, “circular”, or “ring-shaped” to describe your rash. The healthcare provider will also note the specific location, size, and severity of your rash symptoms.<\/p>\n","accordion_content":"

Most rashes aren’t contagious, but rashes brought on by fungal, bacterial, and viral infections can be spread through direct contact. This also applies to parasitic rashes caused by conditions like scabies.<\/p>\n

Some other non-contagious forms of rashes include:<\/p>\n