New Rash: Red Flags

A new rash is a scary symptom! And you cannot always know what caused it. But you still can figure out whether this rash is a sign of something dangerous. And that is what matters most!
In this video, you will learn what characteristics of a random rash should be viewed as danger signs. We will cover the red flags that should make you think that this new rash is caused by a serious condition.
This is the first thing you need to figure out when a patient presents with a rash of unknown cause. If you detect one or more red flags, you will order more tests, consult a senior physician, or hospitalize your patient. All in all, you won't underestimate the severity of their condition.

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DISCLAIMER: Please, always keep in mind that my videos are intended for educational purposes only. The content of my videos is NOT medical advice. I do not practice medicine over the internet. If you are a patient and have any questions about your health, please talk to your doctor.

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[clinicaltips]

I want to remind everyone that my videos are for educational purposes only. Of course, everyone is welcome to watch, but the information I present is most useful for junior doctors, nurses, and students. As I stated in the description of every video and on my channel homepage, none of this is medical advice for patients. I don't practice medicine over the internet. If you are a patient and have any questions about your health, please get in touch with your doctor.

[cindysmith]

If there’s anything I’ve learned from doctors, they don’t ask questions. I’ve been to several dermatologist most of wouldn’t even put on a pair of gloves and look at it rash one was even more interested on why I was drawn disability than the rash itself.

[koyaanisqatsi-tj]

I have a rash that started on my right elbow...kind of blotchy and pink/red. Then, yesterday morning I woke up with a rash covering my entire body, but not blotchy but spotty. It is mildly itchy and no pain and no other symptoms. 🤔🤷‍♀️

[bhagyashreesingh]

One of the best video short and informative

[Oscillator]

Great video, it is even suited for audience with no medical knowledge!

[markalexander]

Excellent advice! 'Cause I had a new "rash" but it was VERY VERY painful even though it LOOKED really mild and the doctor said it was just "a mild cellulitis" and sent me home and 7 hours later I collapsed and was rushed to hospital, because, actually it was Necrotizing Fasciitis

[frugalbee]

So glad I found you!!! All of these tips and tricks with rashes is very good Information

[Typicalcolton]

Now I still have the rash but I am not as sick as I was.. just I got a bad couch and been coughing up alot of the green phlegm

[jamieb-modl]

i teach new providers very often that purple rashes often = bad, not always, as its not aperfect science, but purpura can be much more indicitive of something possible lethal. Pink rashes asre most often self-limiting or benign, but the patient presentation comes first. something simple to us as scarlet fever killed millions in the 1800's