Rash
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| Term | Rash |
| Short definition | rash - (pronounced) An area of skin that changes in texture or color and may appear inflamed or irritated. The skin may be red, warm, scaly, bumpy, dry, itchy, swollen, or painful. |
| Type | Cancer terms |
| Specialty | Oncology |
| Language | English |
| Source | NCI |
| Comments | |
rash - (pronounced) An area of skin that changes in texture or color and may appear inflamed or irritated. The skin may be red, warm, scaly, bumpy, dry, itchy, swollen, or painful. It can also tear or blister. A rash can appear on one part of the body or all over the body and can vary greatly in appearance depending on the cause. It can be a sign of a specific medical condition or a side effect of a drug or treatment. Some causes of rashes include allergies, infection, heat, and immune system disorders
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