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I've Been Having A Rash That Has Been Spreading Around Forearm
Posted on
Sat, 14 Nov 2020
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Sat, 14 Nov 2020
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Question : I've been having a rash that has been spreading around my forearm and a bit on my hand. I was wondering if it is something serious.
Brief Answer:
Probably dermatitis, kindly more information is needed
Detailed Answer:
Hello ,
Your symptoms seem to be related to dermatitis.
A photo would be very helpful through the diagnosis.
Other information that I may need are:
Is the rash itchy?
Have you changed soaps or detergents lately?
Does anything trigger the rash?
I will be waiting for your response to help you better.
Meanwhile, I suggest to use an antihistamine such as Cetirizine 10 mg to relieve the rash.
I also suggest using Calamine lotion for local application.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Kind regards!
Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi
General &Family Physician
Probably dermatitis, kindly more information is needed
Detailed Answer:
Hello ,
Your symptoms seem to be related to dermatitis.
A photo would be very helpful through the diagnosis.
Other information that I may need are:
Is the rash itchy?
Have you changed soaps or detergents lately?
Does anything trigger the rash?
I will be waiting for your response to help you better.
Meanwhile, I suggest to use an antihistamine such as Cetirizine 10 mg to relieve the rash.
I also suggest using Calamine lotion for local application.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Kind regards!
Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi
General &Family Physician
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