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What Causes Itching In Toes After Wearing Washed Footwear?

Posted on Wed, 22 Jul 2015

Question: It might be a silly question but it pains alot . i wore chappals washed in detergent . from that time my fingers are so itchy. it is continuing from 3 days and today i saw some watery bubbles on the infected area and paining while walking. please suggest me some general cream(without steroids) to be applied for normal allergies . i am an expected mother so dont want to take any medicines.

Answered by Dr. Deepti Verma (8 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Calamine lotion is safe

Detailed Answer:
Hi XXXXXXX I have gone through your question and understand your concerns. You most probably developed allergic dermatitis on the are of contact. You can apply calosoft lotion containing calamine and aloe Vera. It will give you relief and is safe in pregnancy. You can apply any other lotion containing calamine lotion.
Hope you found the answer helpful.Please do get back for further queries.
Wishing you good health.
Regards,
Dr Deepti Verma

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Shanthi.E

Follow up: Dr. Deepti Verma (46 minutes later)

Thank you

Answered by Dr. Deepti Verma (0 minute later)

Brief Answer:
Thanks

Detailed Answer:
Hi XXXXXXX thanks for responding. It was nice helping you.
Regards,
Dr Deepti Verma

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Shanthi.E