Rashes can develop for many reasons, including infections, infestations like scabies, or connective tissue diseases such as lupus.
The first step is to make an accurate diagnosis, which may sometimes involve a skin biopsy. Once the cause is identified, the most appropriate treatment can begin.
For more information about different skin conditions, you may find the ‘A–Z of Skin’ on the Australasian College of Dermatologists’ website (www.dermcoll.asn.au) a helpful resource.
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