Skin Rash
Treatment

Yes. A board-certified physician leads every shift, and our clinical team diagnoses and treats a wide range of rashes the same day: allergic reactions, hives, eczema and contact dermatitis flare-ups, fungal infections, and skin infections like cellulitis. We examine the rash, determine the likely cause, and prescribe topical or oral medication on-site, with no appointment needed.

Call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room if a rash comes with trouble breathing, swelling of the lips, tongue, or throat, or widespread blistering or peeling skin. Also seek emergency care for a rash with a high fever that is spreading quickly, or purple or red spots that do not fade when you press a glass against them. For everything else, walk in and we provide same-day evaluation and treatment.

Visit us first for any rash that is spreading, painful, blistering, accompanied by fever, or showing signs of infection such as warmth, pus, or red streaking. We treat it the same day and, for a chronic or complex skin condition, refer you to a board-certified dermatologist with full documentation of your visit. Waiting weeks for a dermatology appointment is rarely the right call when a rash is worsening.

Yes. When it is clinically appropriate, our physicians prescribe topical corticosteroids, oral steroids, antihistamines, antifungal creams or tablets, and antibiotics for infected skin. We send the prescription to any pharmacy in Miami-Dade County before you leave, so treatment can start the same day.

Miami’s warm, humid climate drives a distinct set of skin problems. Heat rash, fungal infections like ringworm and athlete’s foot, and sun-related irritation are all common here. Contact dermatitis from tropical plants, chemicals, and jewelry is one of the most frequent reasons patients come in, and reactions to mosquito and fire-ant bites are routine. Our physicians see these conditions every week.

Your physician reviews when the rash started, where it appeared and how it spread, and what you were exposed to, including new products, foods, plants, insects, and medications. They examine the pattern, color, texture, and borders of the rash. Most rashes are diagnosed by examination alone; when needed, we can run on-site lab testing or a skin scraping to confirm a fungal or bacterial cause.

Note when the rash began, anything new you were exposed to, such as a detergent, lotion, plant, or food, and any creams, antihistamines, or home remedies you have already tried. A clear photo of the rash at its earliest stage is genuinely useful, since rashes often change appearance over a day or two. Bring a list of your current medications and any known allergies.

No. TrufaMED is a walk-in clinic, no referral and no appointment required. Walk in during open hours: Monday to Friday 9 AM to 9 PM, Saturday 11 AM to 11 PM, and Sunday 12 PM to 8 PM. You can also check in online ahead of arrival to shorten your time at the front desk.

Yes. We provide pediatric urgent care for children six months and older, including common childhood rashes: eczema flare-ups, hives, hand-foot-and-mouth, impetigo, fifth disease, heat rash, and reactions to insect bites. Our clinic has pediatric-sized equipment and physicians experienced with children. For a rash with a high fever in an infant under six months, contact their pediatrician or the pediatric ER.

A self-pay physician evaluation starts at $195, and the price is shared up front with no surprise billing. Most rash visits are diagnosed by examination, so the visit fee often covers the whole encounter; any prescription is filled at your pharmacy. We also accept most major insurance plans. Call (305) 537-6396 to verify your plan before you come in.