HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

question-icon

Suggest Treatment For Itchy Red Streaks Under The Arm

default
Posted on Mon, 27 Jun 2016
Question: Red streaks under the left arm. Some are on the underside of the arm, between the arm pit and approx 5" below the elbow. The others are within a 5" distance below the arm pit. Their length, 1 - 3.5 inches; width 1/16 to 1/4".
The area is itchy when they are present. They come and go. Sometimes, just a streak or two will be present and other times no presence. -Wondering what might be causing this. Thank you
doctor
Answered by Dr. Nishad BN (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Most likely allergic reaction from some thing.

Detailed Answer:
Hi

Thank you for asking HCM

I have gone through your query. As the streaks are coming and going it can be most likely allergic reaction from some thing. It can be from deodorants you use or some thing you exposes. Taking anti histamines like cetirizine (zyrtec) and applying calamine lotion will be helpful in such case.

If you send a picture of it then it will be more helpful in analysing.

Let me know if anything not clear.
I am happy to help you.
Thanks.
Note: Hope the answers resolves your concerns, however for further guidance of skin related queries consult our Dermatologist.Click here to book a consultation
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
doctor
Answered by
Dr.
Dr. Nishad BN

General & Family Physician

Practicing since :2009

Answered : 5482 Questions

Ask me a question
premium_optimized

The User accepted the expert's answer

Ask a Dermatologist
Share on

Get personalised answers from verified doctor in minutes across 80+ specialties

159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM Blog Questions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction
backtotop2
Suggest Treatment For Itchy Red Streaks Under The Arm

Brief Answer: Most likely allergic reaction from some thing. Detailed Answer: Hi Thank you for asking HCM I have gone through your query. As the streaks are coming and going it can be most likely allergic reaction from some thing. It can be from deodorants you use or some thing you exposes. Taking anti histamines like cetirizine (zyrtec) and applying calamine lotion will be helpful in such case. If you send a picture of it then it will be more helpful in analysing. Let me know if anything not clear. I am happy to help you. Thanks.