Have Sore On Arm That Does Not Heal. Itchy And Bleeds Sometimes. Suggest?

Posted on Thu, 26 Sep 2013

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Question : I have a sore on my arm that does not heal after maybe 10 weeks. it is also itchy at time and bleeds somewhat
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Rahul Kumar (8 hours later)

Brief Answer:
photograph required

Detailed Answer:
Hello
thanks for the query.
There are many conditions which present in this manner.
it can an Psoriasis lichen planus or a simple eczema.
I would like to see a photograph of the lesion to give a closer diagnosis.
Kindly upload a photograph so I can help you better.
waiting for your response.
thank you.

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