Suggest Treatment For Itchy Forearms With Bumps

Posted on Sun, 14 Jun 2015

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Question : i have itchy forearms with bumps on it
I have a small area on my forearm that itches. Tiny red bumps are raised on it. It usually goes away when i wake up but starts again each day, It has last for a few weeks. What can i do to make it go away? Thank you.

Answered by Dr. Kathy Robinson (6 hours later)

Brief Answer:
may need a prescription

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
It sounds like you have a patch of eczema. This is usually cleared up with steroid cream but it may take a stronger type than you can buy over the counter. I would suggest that you try using the hydrocortisone cream three times a day and use a good lubricant lotion like Eucerine cream in between. If this does not clear it up then see your doctor for evaluation and possibly stronger steroid cream.
Regards,
Dr. Robinson

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