Rash and skin infections

Do you have a rash, redness, or irritation on your skin? You may have a skin infection or other skin condition and could benefit from treatment.

Get treatment for a rash or skin infection today

$49

/chat visit
  • Self-pay visits - insurance not accepted or needed, FSA/HSA eligible
  • No appointment needed
  • Your health data is secure and protected by our practices and by law

How it works

  1. Connect with the doctor through instant messaging
  2. Pick up any prescribed medication at a pharmacy of your choice or have it delivered
  3. Your care team is available 7 days a week

What are rashes and skin infections?

A rash is a change in the color or texture of the skin. It can be caused by a variety of factors, including allergies, irritants, infections, and underlying medical conditions. Skin infections are caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi that invade the skin.

What are the symptoms of rashes and skin infections?

Symptoms can vary depending on the cause, but may include redness, itching, burning, pain, swelling, blisters, and oozing. Skin infections may also cause fever or swollen lymph nodes.

How are rashes and skin infections treated?

Treatment depends on the cause. It may involve over-the-counter or prescription topical medications (creams, ointments), oral medications, or other therapies.

Is a chat-visit right for me?

A chat visit with Well Revolution might be right for you if:

  • You're 18-64 years old
  • You have a rash or skin infection and need guidance on treatment options
  • You want to determine if your rash requires medication and get a prescription if necessary

If your rash comes with a fever, or if you have open wounds, seek immediate medical attention by calling 911 or going to the nearest emergency room.

Common rash and skin infection treatments

Your Well Revolution provider will assess your symptoms and determine which (if any) treatment is medically appropriate based on the type of rash or skin infection you have. If prescribed medication, pick it up at a pharmacy of your choice or your nearest Well Revolution Care Location. The cost of your medication may be covered by health insurance.

Treatments for rashes and skin infections available through Chat-visit may include:

  • Topical Antifungal Creams (for fungal infections): Clotrimazole (Lotrimin), Miconazole (Micatin), Terbinafine (Lamisil)
  • Topical Antibiotic Creams or Ointments (for bacterial infections): Mupirocin (Bactroban), Neomycin/polymyxin B/bacitracin (Neosporin)
  • Topical Corticosteroid Creams (for inflammation and itching): Hydrocortisone (Cortizone-10), Triamcinolone (Kenalog)

Oral antibiotics, antiviral medications, and other treatments may not be available through Chat-visit.

Frequently Asked Questions

About Rash and skin infections

What are some common types of rashes?

Common types include eczema, psoriasis, contact dermatitis, and hives.

How can I prevent skin infections?

You can prevent skin infections by washing your hands frequently, keeping cuts and scrapes clean, and avoiding close contact with people who have skin infections.

Are there any home remedies for rashes?

Home remedies can include cool compresses, oatmeal baths, and calamine lotion for itching.

What are some common types of skin infections?

Common types include cellulitis, impetigo, folliculitis, and fungal infections.

When should I see a doctor about a rash or skin infection?

If your rash or skin infection is severe, widespread, doesn't improve with over-the-counter treatments, or is accompanied by other symptoms like fever, you should see a doctor.

What should I do if my rash or skin infection doesn't improve with treatment?

If your condition doesn't improve with treatment, you should consult with a doctor or dermatologist to discuss other treatment options.

About Well Revolution

What does it cost?

Most visits cost $49 between 7 am and 9 pm 7 days (Mon-Sun).

See our pricing page for more information.

How do visits work in Well Revolution?

Start a private and secure instant message with a Well Revolution doctor right here from your phone or desktop.

You can send text, voice and video messages, share images, videos and documents, and have voice and video calls all from inside the Well Revolution instant messenger.

Do I need to make an appointment?

No appointment is needed with Well Revolution. Start a private chat with a doctor at any time.

What's included with my visit?

A visit with a Well Revolution doctor. The doctor will decide on what care is appropriate for you.

Can I use my health insurance for my visit?

Well Revolution doesn't accept health insurance for visits.

You can submit a claim to your insurance provider for reimbursement, but we can’t guarantee they’ll reimburse you for your chat visit.

If you normally use insurance to pay for your medications, you can do that with medications prescribed through all Well Revolution services. Please talk with your pharmacy directly about insurance coverage.

The cost of medication isn’t included in the cost of your visit.

How do prescriptions work?

The doctor creates and sends paperless prescriptions for you. They will send your prescription to your favourite or nearest pharmacy for the most convenient pick-up location, or you can choose home delivery.

Free Home Delivery: Prescriptions can be sent to our pharmacy partner for convenient, affordable and free home delivery. Many medications are available to you for $24 or less - with or without insurance.

Pick up: Your out-of-pocket medication costs will depend on your insurance and where you decide to get your prescription filled.