My Arm Looks Like This Am I Allergic?

Posted on Wed, 4 Nov 2020

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Wed, 4 Nov 2020 Answered on

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Question : Hello I tried a patch test for hair XXXXXXX and took it off after 24 hours. My arm looks like this am I allergic?

Answered by Dr. Drkaushal85 (36 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Is it itchy?

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for your question ,
I have gone through the image you have attached.
Less likely due to allergic reaction.
Please let me know
1. Is it itchy?
2. Any swelling as compare to earlier?
Please reply me answers of above asked questions so that I can guide you better.
Wish you good health. Thanks.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T

Follow up: Dr. Drkaushal85 (55 minutes later)

not swollen not itchy . Could it just be the XXXXXXX staining the skin ?

Answered by Dr. Drkaushal85 (16 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Yes, mostly staining only.

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for your follow up question,
I can understand your concern.
Yes, you are right.
It is mostly due to staining.
No need to worry.
Hope I have solved your query
I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.

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