Suggest Treatment For Dry, Shiny, Red To Purple Raised Papules And Patches

Posted on Tue, 1 May 2018

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Question : Hi I have some skin issue from past few days. sometimes there is itching problem too. please refer in attachment of infected part and it is in whole body. kindly advise me for treatment. Thanks XXXXXXX

Answered by Dr. Dr. Kakkar (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Lichen planus

Detailed Answer:
Hello. Thank you.
I am Dr kakkar (Dermatologist and Venereologist). I have noted your concern and I have viewed the images.
You have lichen planus. It is a type of eczema.. It presents with dry, shiny, red to purple raised papules and patches. It is very itchy.
I suggest you to apply a potent topical steroid e.g clobetasol propionate 0.05 %ointment or halobetasol propionate 0.05 %ointment, twice daily.
In addition to this I suggest you to take an oral antihistamine e.g Cetrizine 10mg tab once every evening for symptomatic relief from itching.
These are prescription medications and I advice you to talk to your local practitioner for a prescription of the same.

Regards

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