Dr — 1. I Developed A Skin Condition Several Months

Posted on Sun, 16 Feb 2020

Medically reviewed by Ask A Doctor - 24x7 Medical Review Team

Sun, 16 Feb 2020 Answered on

Last reviewed on

Question : Dr —

1. I developed a skin condition several months ago.
2. Basically my left leg was very itchy, and I continually scratched it for many many months.
3. I went to see a dermatologist who told me that it was not a very serious condition but do not scratch it any further & he may have soups prescribe some basic medicine.
4. This picture represents the current state of affairs.
5. Do you think that I should visit with the dermatologist again?
6. What are your thoughts about this condition?

Answered by Dr. Asmeet Kaur Sawhney (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Post inflammatory depigmentation

Detailed Answer:
Hi
Welcome to ask a doctor service
I have gone through your query.
According to your complaints it seems to be post inflammatory depigmentation due to constant scratching the area.
It is not a very serious condition but it is a chronic condition.
The repigmentation of the affected area is a very slow process requiring many months.
I would definitely recommend you to consult your dermatologist again and be under regular follow up.
Regards
Dr Asmeet

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj