Urgent Care Center of Westmont checks rashes and common skin problems on a walk-in basis in Westmont, IL, 7 days a week. We treat poison ivy, shingles, cold sores, impetigo, ringworm, acne and athlete's foot. A quick look often tells us the cause and the right treatment.
Most rashes can be identified by how they look, where they are and what you touched or ate.
MedlinePlus says a poison ivy rash may last 1 to 3 weeks and does not spread from blister fluid.
Shingles treatment works better when started early, so come in when a painful, one-sided rash appears.
Impetigo, ringworm and cold sores spread by touch, so keep towels and razors separate.
Which skin problems do we treat?
Urgent Care Center of Westmont, also known as Immediate Care Center of Westmont, sees adults and children for skin problems that are new, spreading or uncomfortable. Our team is led by board-certified physicians. Here is what each problem usually looks like.
This is one of the most common questions we hear. The answer depends on the cause.
Not contagious: Poison ivy and poison oak. MedlinePlus explains that once the plant oil is washed off, the rash does not often spread from person to person. The oil can stay on clothing, tools and pets, so wash them too.
Contagious by touch: Impetigo, ringworm, athlete's foot and cold sores. Keep towels, razors and lip products to yourself.
Contagious in a special way: Someone with shingles can spread the chickenpox virus to a person who has never had chickenpox or the vaccine, through contact with open blisters.
Not contagious: Acne, eczema and most allergic rashes.
Kids with impetigo or ringworm may need to start treatment before going back to school. Ask your clinician when your child can return, and for a school note.
Skin problems by season in DuPage County
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Spring and summer: Poison ivy grows along trails, fences and forest preserve edges across DuPage County. Learn the leaves of three, and wash skin with soap and water soon after contact.
Summer: Heat, sweat and pools raise the risk of ringworm, athlete's foot and impetigo, especially in kids and athletes.
Fall and winter: Dry indoor heat can crack skin and flare eczema. Thick, fragrance-free moisturizer helps.
Any time: Shingles can appear at any age, but risk rises after 50. The CDC recommends the shingles vaccine for adults 50 and older.
Yes, if the rash is spreading, painful, blistering, keeps you from sleeping or comes with a fever. Urgent care can usually identify the cause with a quick exam and recommend treatment the same visit. A mild rash that is fading on its own can often be watched at home.
Is poison ivy contagious?
No. The rash itself does not spread from person to person, even from blister fluid. What spreads is the plant oil, called urushiol, which can stay on skin, clothes, tools and pets. Wash everything that touched the plant. New spots can show up for days because skin reacts at different speeds.
Can urgent care treat shingles?
Yes. Our clinicians can diagnose shingles by its typical one-sided, painful rash and recommend treatment, which may include antiviral medicine when appropriate. Treatment works better when started early, so come in soon after the rash appears. A rash near the eye needs prompt care. See shingles treatment.
What does ringworm look like?
Ringworm usually looks like a round, red, scaly patch with a clearer center, which gives it a ring shape. It can itch. Despite the name, it is a fungus, not a worm. It spreads by touch and through shared towels or gym mats. See our ringworm treatment page.
Can urgent care help with acne?
Yes, for flares and first-time treatment. Our clinicians can look at your skin, suggest a daily routine and recommend treatment, which may include a prescription cream or pill when appropriate. Severe or scarring acne is usually managed long-term by a dermatologist, and we can help you plan that next step.
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