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Have Rashes That Itch. What Is Causing This?
Question: Good evening,
I need with rash please. I had this rash 7-6 months before (non-itchy) and now they came up again, but this time it's quite itchy. What could be the cause of this? I've provided the links with pictures below.
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Thank you,
I need with rash please. I had this rash 7-6 months before (non-itchy) and now they came up again, but this time it's quite itchy. What could be the cause of this? I've provided the links with pictures below.
WWW.WWWW.WW
WWW.WWWW.WW
Thank you,
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
I have seen the pictures at the links provided by you.
The most possible causes in my opinion are-
1. Erythema multiforme.
2. Dermatitis- due to skin infection, allergy,etc.
3. Dry skin- Xerosis.
4. Heat rash.
A direct examination by a dermatologist is the best way to get it diagnosed.
Most simple rashes improve with gentle skin care and avoiding irritating substances. You can help the improvement by
* Avoid scrubbing your skin.
* Use as little soap as possible. Use gentle cleansers instead.
* Avoid applying cosmetic lotions or ointments directly on the rash.
* Use warm (not hot) water for cleaning. XXXXXXX dry, don't rub.
* Eliminate any newly added cosmetics or lotions.
* Leave the affected area exposed to the air as much as possible.
* Try calamine medicated lotion.
* Hydrocortisone cream (1%) is available without a prescription and may soothe your rashes.
Such rashes usually take 5-7 days to disappear.
If the rashes become more of purple rather than red or become generalized then you must consult a dermatologist for stronger prescription medicines.
Hope this answers your query. I will be glad to answer the follow up queries that you have.
Please accept my answer in case you do not have further queries.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Rakhi Tayal.
Thanks for posting your query.
I have seen the pictures at the links provided by you.
The most possible causes in my opinion are-
1. Erythema multiforme.
2. Dermatitis- due to skin infection, allergy,etc.
3. Dry skin- Xerosis.
4. Heat rash.
A direct examination by a dermatologist is the best way to get it diagnosed.
Most simple rashes improve with gentle skin care and avoiding irritating substances. You can help the improvement by
* Avoid scrubbing your skin.
* Use as little soap as possible. Use gentle cleansers instead.
* Avoid applying cosmetic lotions or ointments directly on the rash.
* Use warm (not hot) water for cleaning. XXXXXXX dry, don't rub.
* Eliminate any newly added cosmetics or lotions.
* Leave the affected area exposed to the air as much as possible.
* Try calamine medicated lotion.
* Hydrocortisone cream (1%) is available without a prescription and may soothe your rashes.
Such rashes usually take 5-7 days to disappear.
If the rashes become more of purple rather than red or become generalized then you must consult a dermatologist for stronger prescription medicines.
Hope this answers your query. I will be glad to answer the follow up queries that you have.
Please accept my answer in case you do not have further queries.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Rakhi Tayal.
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