INPUT ARTICLE: Article: If you've developed a rash, it might have been caused by something you're allergic to or by an irritating substance. Rinse the area thoroughly with cool to lukewarm water and a mild, sulfate-free cleanser to remove any traces of the irritant. Avoid harsh antibacterial soaps or foaming cleansers that contain ingredients like sodium lauryl sulfate or ammonium laureth sulfate. These can aggravate irritated skin. Be sure the water is cool or lukewarm instead of hot. Hot water will just make matters worse. Avoid using a washcloth. Instead, use your hands and pat your skin dry. Unless your doctor advised otherwise, don't bandage or cover a rash. A bandage or other dressing could rub against the rash and worsen the irritation. Exposure to air will promote healing and help keep the area cool. If affected areas are covered by clothing, try to wear loose natural materials, like cotton, and avoid skin-tight clothes. For example, wear loose cotton undergarments to maximize air circulation and reduce friction. Think of any cosmetic products, lotions, soaps, or other new products you've recently used. If you haven't used any new products, figure out if the affected area came into contact with new jewelry, a cell phone, musical instrument, or other metal objects. Stop using or avoid contact with any potential triggers. The rash could be due to an irritant, like a solvent cleaner, or something you're allergic to, like food, an animal, steel, or nickel and other metals. If you took a medication and suddenly develop a rash, seek emergency medical attention. This could be a sign of a potentially life-threatening allergic reaction. For a redness that's sore or feels warm to the touch, soak a clean cloth in cool water. Hold it with light pressure to the affected area for 15 to 20 minutes to relieve pain and inflammation. Use a cool cloth or ice wrapped in a non-abrasive cloth for 10-20 minutes. A cool compress can soothe irritation due to a variety of conditions, such as heat rash and eczema, and it can help soothe a sore sunburn. If your skin is red but you don't experience pain, burning, or itching, it's usually best to avoid applying medicated creams. If you have any of these symptoms, over-the-counter ointments can provide relief. For best results, stick with 1 product that's best suited for your symptoms instead of slathering the rash with multiple creams. Aloe vera is the best option for a sunburn or other minor burn. It's also good for dry, irritated skin. Gently massage a generous amount on the affected area at least twice a day. Soothe itchy skin with calamine lotion. Shake the bottle well, pour a small amount onto a cotton ball, then dab it onto the affected areas. Hydrocortisone can reduce swelling, pain, and itching. Apply it to the affected area 1 to 4 times per day for up to 7 days. Use your product according to its label's instructions. Antibiotic ointment like Bacitracin, A & D, or Neosporin work well for healing sunburn. Oatmeal helps relieve redness, itchiness, and discomfort due to conditions such as poison ivy and chickenpox. Blend 1 to 2 cups (240 to 470mL) of plain, unflavored oatmeal into a powder, then mix it into a bathtub filled with lukewarm water. Soak in the tub for 15 to 30 minutes, then rinse off with a cool or lukewarm shower. Instead of ordinary breakfast oats, you could also use a colloidal oatmeal bath mix, which you can find at your local pharmacy. Both are equally effective. Seek emergency care if the rash is all over your body or spreads rapidly, is accompanied by a fever, has pus-like drainage, or if you experience severe pain. See your doctor if it persists longer than 3 to 6 days without signs of improvement, or if you notice signs of infection. Signs of infection include a yellow or green fluid, crusting, and increased swelling or pain. While some rashes can be serious, most go away on their own within 1 to 2 weeks. An untreated rash can cause scarring, so see your doctor as soon as you feel that it is no longer minor.

SUMMARY: Flush the area with cool to warm water and a gentle soap. Expose the affected area to air as much as possible. Avoid the substance or material that might have caused the rash. Apply a cool compress to flushed red skin or a sunburn. Apply aloe, calamine lotion, or hydrocortisone to burning or itchy skin. Try taking an oatmeal bath to relieve itchiness or pain. Seek medical attention for severe or persistent symptoms.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: You typically will be told orally and in writing why you were rejected. You should take out your letter and read it to see exactly why the consulate rejected your immigrant visa application. The grounds for denial will determine whether you can seek a waiver. In a few limited circumstances, you might not have received a denial letter. For example, if you were rejected for criminal reasons, then the consulate might not provide a written reason. Not everyone denied an immigrant visa can apply for a waiver. However, waivers may be available if you were rejected for one of the following reasons: health-related reasons false claims about being a U.S. citizen prior unlawful presence in the U.S., such as overstaying a visa criminal inadmissibility fraud or misrepresentation Your denial letter should tell you how to apply for a waiver. You should follow the directions. If you have misplaced your denial letter, then contact the U.S. consulate where you had your interview. You will increase your chances of obtaining a waiver if you work with a qualified immigration attorney. The attorney can help you draft any necessary documents and can work with the consulate to clarify why you were denied a visa. Find an attorney in your country that is familiar with the U.S. immigrant visa process. If you were denied a visa for unlawful presence, then you may seek a provisional waiver before you leave the U.S. to have your consular interview. This will shorten the amount of time that it takes. It also gives you confidence that you will qualify and receive the waiver. You may have to complete Form I-601, which you can download from the USCIS website. You should also get a copy of the instructions. If you don't want to download the form, then you can get a copy by calling 1-800-870-3676. Insert requested information by typing or printing neatly using black ink. Make a complete copy of the form after finishing. You must pay a $585 filing fee. Make your check or money order payable to "U.S. Department of Homeland Security." Call 1-800-375-5283 to find the most up-to-date fee information. If you were denied an immigrant visa for fraud, misrepresentation, or unlawful presence, then you can seek a waiver if you can show that your spouse or parent who is a permanent resident or U.S. citizen would suffer extreme hardship if you were denied a visa. You will need the following documents to help make your case: documents that establish your relationship to the U.S. citizen or permanent resident relative any document that shows extreme hardship, such as evidence of health-related issues, financial stress, and declarations from family members character reference letters any proof of your rehabilitation, such as community service, education, or treatment The consulate probably will schedule you for another interview if USCIS approves your waiver. You should review your application and the materials you provided in support of the waiver. You may file an appeal within 30 days of the denial of your waiver to the Administrative Appeals Office (AAO). Your denial letter will provide additional information, including deadlines that you must meet. You should meet with an attorney to start the appeal process.

SUMMARY:
Read your denial letter. Check if a waiver is available. Follow the process outlined in your letter. Consult with an attorney. Seek a provisional unlawful presence waiver. Complete Form I-601. Obtain supporting documents. Attend another interview. File an appeal if denied.