How Can Itchy Pimple Like Blemishes On The Back And Torso Be Treated?

Posted on Sun, 21 May 2017

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Question : 49 year old female, in very good general health
Areas of the back, front of torso which are highly itchy..Seem to have the appearance of very small pimple-like blemishes . Seems to be aggravated by alcohol, even one glass of wine. symptoms startwdapprox 2 mos ago; have worsened over time to the present. much worse in evenings

Answered by Dr. Dr. Kakkar (27 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Possibly it is scabies

Detailed Answer:
Hello. Thank you for writing to us

I am dr.kakkar (dermatologist).
I have gone through your query and I have noted your concern.

Your symptoms seem to match that of scabies. I request you to kindly upload a few images so that I am able to guide you better. You may upload images in "Reports Section". Are any more family members or close contact affected?

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Kampana

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Kakkar (26 minutes later)

No one else in the household has symptoms.
I'm trying to upload a picture of my back, but I can't seem to do it

Answered by Dr. Dr. Kakkar (4 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Kindly upload images

Detailed Answer:
Hi.

You may upload images either in the "Reports Section" or you may mail me the images at YYYY@YYYY with the subject line of the mail as Attention:Dr. Kakkar. If you still have problems sending images kindly contact customer care team.

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