Medical Dermatology

Rash & Skin Infection Treatment in Lynchburg, VA

Evaluation and treatment for rashes and skin infections in Lynchburg, VA, designed to help identify the cause, relieve irritation, address infection, and support healthier skin.

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Care for Itchy, Irritated, Inflamed, or Infected Skin

Rashes and skin infections can appear suddenly or develop over time. They may cause redness, itching, swelling, pain, flaking, blisters, bumps, drainage, or general irritation. Some rashes are mild and temporary, while others may be signs of an allergic reaction, infection, chronic skin condition, or another underlying issue.

At Seven Hills Dermatology, we provide evaluation and treatment for rashes and skin infections in Lynchburg, VA. Our dermatology team can examine your skin, help determine what may be causing your symptoms, and recommend a treatment plan designed to relieve discomfort, address infection when present, and support healthier skin.

What Causes Rashes & Skin Infections?

Rashes and skin infections can have many different causes. Some are triggered by irritants or allergens, while others are caused by bacteria, viruses, fungi, inflammation, or underlying skin conditions.

Common causes and contributing factors may include:

Allergic reactions
Irritating skincare products
Harsh soaps or detergents
Poison ivy or plant exposure
Bacterial infections
Fungal infections
Viral infections
Insect bites
Heat or sweating
Dry skin
Eczema or dermatitis
Psoriasis
Friction or skin injury
Compromised skin barrier

Because many rashes can look similar, it is important to have ongoing, painful, spreading, or unusual skin changes evaluated by a dermatologist. The right diagnosis can help you avoid unnecessary irritation and receive the most appropriate treatment.

Types of Rashes & Skin Infections We Treat

Rashes and skin infections can vary in appearance, location, and severity. Some may be itchy and dry, while others may be painful, swollen, blistered, or draining.

Seven Hills Dermatology evaluates and treats several types of rashes and skin infections, including:

Itchy or irritated rashes
Rashes may appear as red, dry, scaly, bumpy, or inflamed patches that itch, burn, or feel uncomfortable.

Allergic skin reactions
Skin may react to plants, metals, fragrances, skincare products, medications, or other allergens, causing redness, swelling, itching, or irritation.

Contact dermatitis
This type of rash develops when the skin comes into contact with an irritant or allergen, such as soaps, detergents, cleaning products, cosmetics, or poison ivy.

Fungal skin infections
Fungal infections may cause itching, redness, scaling, cracking, or ring-shaped patches on the skin.

Bacterial skin infections
Bacterial infections can cause redness, warmth, swelling, tenderness, drainage, crusting, or worsening irritation.

Viral skin infections
Some viral infections can cause bumps, blisters, sores, or painful skin changes that require proper diagnosis and care.

Recurring or spreading rashes
Rashes that keep coming back, spread to new areas, or do not improve with over-the-counter products should be evaluated by a dermatologist.