Experiencing Very Itchy Red Spots On Ankles And Wrists. Dry Skin On Fingers. Is This The Sign Of Illness?

Posted on Sat, 19 Oct 2013

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Question : I am experiencing a number of very itchy red spots started on ankles and wrists now on legs and buttocks I also have dry skin on fingers.

Answered by Dr. Robert Galamaga (5 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Rash

Detailed Answer:
There are a few possibilities here.

This could be a form of eczema - in this case this is something that may respond to a topical cortisone.

Other thought is superficial skin infection or folliculitis - this might need [rescription strength antibiotics.

Other thought is that this could represent an underlying inflammatory condition going on within your body - something your doctor would need to evaluate if this is persistent.

Thanks again for the query,

Dr. Galamaga

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Robert Galamaga (14 minutes later)

I have been to the doctor and was perscribed Cetirizine Hydrochloride tablets one a day and also Double base cream to apply to the skin but the spots still keep coming sometimes 3 at a time.

Answered by Dr. Robert Galamaga (8 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Requires followup

Detailed Answer:
I think next week yu might call your doctor. He may consider a trial of an antibiotic or antiviral or possibly a referral to a dermatologist.

Sincerel,

Dr. Galamaga

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar