Suggest Treatment For Spreading Itchy Rashes On The Leg

Posted on Mon, 16 Apr 2018

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Question : I have a rash on my right leg that started three weeks ago. It started very small, just itching slightly and over the course of these three weeks it has spread to most of the front of my leg below the knee to my ankle. what could be causing it?

Answered by Dr. Asmeet Kaur Sawhney (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Seems to be eczematous rash, answer a few questions

Detailed Answer:

Hi,

It looks like an eczematous rash.

I need to ask you a few questions:
Do you have a history of dry skin, allergic rhinitis or asthma?
Do you have any other ailments or taking any medicines?
What is the extent of itching?
Do you have varicose veins or history of prolonged standing or walking?

Kindly revert with the answers.

Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Asmeet Kaur Sawhney, Dermatologist

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Yogesh D

Follow up: Dr. Asmeet Kaur Sawhney (30 minutes later)

Yes, I have asthma and sjogrens syndrome. What can I do to make it better?

Answered by Dr. Asmeet Kaur Sawhney (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Clobetasol propionate cream, moisturising lotion & antihistaminic

Detailed Answer:

Hi,

I would recommend you to apply potent topical steroid like clobetasol propionate cream on the affected areas twice daily along with a liberal application of a moisturising lotion containing white soft paraffin on the entire leg.

Also, take antihistaminic like tablet Cetrizine. Topical steroids are prescription drugs and you need to see the doctor in person to get them. This will help in improving your problem.

Hope I have answered your query.

Regards,
Dr. Asmeet Kaur Sawhney, Dermatologist

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj