What Causes Itchy Hard Bumps On Elbows?

Posted on Sat, 29 Nov 2014

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Question : Bumps on elbows, mosquito bite size, been there about a month. Itchy at times. scratched one. Clear liquid despite feeling hard to the touch. Took a long time to heal. What are they?

Answered by Dr. Hardik Pitroda (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Upload high resolution clinical pictures

Detailed Answer:
Hello,

Thank you for posting on HCM.

I can understand your concern regarding chronic skin rash on elbows but its difficult to point specific diagnosis in absence of clinical examination.

Therefore, I insist you to post good clinical pictures to me on the right side of the query page or can mail me at YYYY@YYYY with subject as ATTN: Dr Hardik Pitroda. Please do mention here regarding upload or mailing of the pictures, as for me to go through and reply you at the earliest.

Thanks
Dr Hardik Pitroda

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Ashwin Bhandari

Follow up: Dr. Hardik Pitroda (8 hours later)

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Answered by Dr. Hardik Pitroda (15 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Topical potent corticosteroid

Detailed Answer:
Hello
thank you for pictures.
It seems like some localized dermatitis over elbow.
Nothing to worry as you will be fine soon with the treatment.
I would suggest you local application of a potent corticosteroid like clobetasol twice a day for few weeks.
You may take antihistaminics like Benadryl to relieve itching.
Please do update your condition after 2 weeks of treatment.
Thank you
Dr Hardik Pitroda

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