Redness of the skin, medically called erythema, can have several causes. The causes range from mild to serious. You should therefore always consult a doctor for the correct diagnosis and treatment at the right time. The redness can occur on any part of the body and may be accompanied by a rash/rash on the skin, itching, burning sensation and swelling. The redness may appear in spots/blotches or be generally visible on any part of the body. Of the many reasons, the first reason could be dermatitis/eczema. It refers to inflammation on the skin with red, itchy patches. It may be accompanied by eruptions where fluid may ooze, in addition to showing red, inflamed skin. It consists of several types, such as atopic dermatitis and contact dermatitis. Another cause can be sunburn, which is a rash that develops on the skin due to excessive exposure to the sun’s UV rays. The signs and symptoms may include redness of the skin in heat, pain, sensitivity to touch, fluid-filled eruptions (blisters), and itching. In severe cases, fever, headache, nausea or vomiting may occur.
Another cause of red skin can be burns to the skin from causes such as hot liquids, flames, chemicals and acids. The next cause may be rosacea. This skin condition involves intense redness/redness of the face, which may be accompanied by pimples on the face. In addition, there is dilation of the blood vessels across the face that begin to become visible. Other causes include lupus, shingles and ringworm. Lupus is an autoimmune disease that can affect multiple parts of the body, including the skin. A rash mainly occurs on the face, scalp and neck. A very characteristic feature of this condition is a red, butterfly-shaped rash on the face. Shingles refers to a viral infection caused by the varicella zoster virus, resulting in fluid-filled small eruptions on the skin with marked pain, itching, burning, numbness and tingling. Ringworm refers to ring-shaped red spots on the skin due to a fungal infection. Another cause may be psoriasis, a skin condition that causes red, inflamed patches of skin covered with silvery-white scales. Hives are yet another reason that causes raised bumps (wheals) on the skin that may be red and inflamed. Red rashes can also occur as side effects of certain medications, for example, painkillers such as aspirin, Advil and antibiotics such as penicillin. Redness of the skin can also occur with insect bites and stings. In addition to the above, redness of the skin can occur with cellulitis, erysipelas and scarlet fever. Cellulitis and erysipelas are skin infections. Of these, erysipelas affects the superficial layers of the skin, while cellulitis is a serious infection that affects deeper tissues. Scarlet fever is a bacterial disease that can occur in people who have had strep throat (a type of sore throat caused by group A streptococcal bacteria). With scarlet fever, a bright red rash appears on the skin, along with a sore throat and high fever.
Homeopathic treatment
Homeopathy is very effective in treating cases of skin redness. Homeopathic medicines are of natural origin and completely safe to use without any side effects. They provide excellent results in such cases by aiming to treat the underlying cause. Besides redness of the skin, homeopathic medicines also help in controlling the associated symptoms such as itching, burning sensation and rash on the skin. A suitable homeopathic medicine for skin redness should be selected individually in each individual case after a detailed case evaluation. Therefore, one should always consult a homeopathic doctor before using any homeopathic medicine for skin redness. Homeopathic medicines are recommended for treating cases of skin redness of mild to moderate intensity. The cases with severe skin redness and those with serious cause like cellulitis behind skin redness should get help from the conventional mode of treatment as homeopathy has limitations in helping such severe cases. Self-medication should not be done under any circumstances.
Homeopathic medicines for redness of the skin
1. Apis Mellifica – Top Recommended Medicine
Apis Mellifica is a highly regarded homeopathic medicine to treat redness of the skin. In cases where this medicine is required, redness of the skin is accompanied by heat, burning and stinging sensations. It is also indicated for redness of the skin accompanied by obvious swelling. This medicine is of great use in cases of allergic dermatitis. The skin in such cases is red, sensitive and painful to the touch. Subsequently, it is effective in cases of hives. Here, red, inflamed bumps form on the skin. There is burning stabbing pain. There is obvious itching in the hives. It gets worse at night. The hives are painful to touch where this medicine is needed.
2. Belladonna – For redness, heat and dryness of the skin
This medicine is very useful in cases of redness of the skin with heat and dryness. When the skin is touched, it feels scalding hot. Itching is also felt along with redness of the skin. Swelling may be visible on the affected area. This medicine is useful for treating red spots on the skin that are accompanied by small fluid-filled eruptions. Fever may occur, along with a distinctly warm feeling in the body. This medicine is very useful in treating cases of dermatitis with bright red spots on the skin. This medication also works well for rosacea. In such cases, the face becomes red and a burning and heated sensation occurs.
3. Merc Sol – For skin redness with fluid-filled eruptions
Merc Sol is an effective medicine for treating skin redness associated with fluid-filled eruptions. These eruptions produce a thin, clear fluid, after which the redness lasts for a few days. In some cases, pus-filled eruptions can form on the reddish patches of skin. Merc Sol is very useful in treating eczema cases with small raised dark red spots on the skin. Eczema can be present on any part of the body except the face where this medicine is needed. It is accompanied by severe itching. A burning sensation is felt which is worse by touching and rubbing. Pain is felt along with burning.
4. Graphite – For red spots on the skin with itching and burning
Graphite is a very important drug for treating cases of red spots on the skin accompanied by intense itching and burning sensation. Red spots that are slightly raised appear on the skin. Bluish-white eruptions may also be observed. The itching is very intense, with an urge to scratch it violently. The skin is generally dry and rough.
5. Natrum Mur – For redness of the skin in eczema and hives
This medicine is of great help in cases of eczema and hives with marked redness of the skin. In eczema it is used when there is redness, dryness and inflammation of the skin. Crusty eruptions may form in the bends of the extremities, such as the elbow crease and the area behind the knees. In case of hives, this is indicated when large red bumps appear on the skin with an urge to intense itching. In addition, there is a burning sensation. Hives usually appear after exercise that requires this medicine.
6. Sepia – for red spots in psoriasis cases
Sepia is very suitable for treating red spots on the skin in psoriasis. In cases where this is necessary, oval red spots are seen on the skin, covered with white, shiny scales. The patches can be on the face, head, arms, legs, chest and back.