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What Causes Rashes And Bumps On The Legs And Calves?

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Question : A red,blotchy skin rash has appeared rather quickly on my lower right leg, calf area. Red; round bumps approx. 2-3mm diameter. Has cleared in some areas but seems to be spreading. Approx area is 6”x6”.
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Kakkar (2 hours later)
Brief Answer:

Need more information

Detailed Answer:

Hello,

Seems like eczematous dermatitis. Do you have any associated symptoms?like Itching? Pain?

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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Follow up: Dr. Dr. Kakkar (49 minutes later)
Yes, itching. Hopefully there is an over the counter product to treat this.
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Kakkar (2 hours later)
Brief Answer:

Oral antihistamine and topical steroid

Detailed Answer:

Hi,

You may take an oral antihistamine e.g Cetrizine tab once every evening for symptomatic relief from itching.

Topically you may apply cortisone cream, twice daily. It is an OTC product but very mild.

If it doesn't give you the desired relief you may then have to use a more potent prescription topical steroids.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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Follow up: Dr. Dr. Kakkar (17 hours later)
What most likely is the cause? Will it go away in time? One area has cleared up
already so it seems. Can I do anything to prevent future breakouts?
Also,I have a few bumps in a couple of other random places that have appeared.
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Kakkar (10 hours later)
Brief Answer:

Eczematous dermatitis

Detailed Answer:

Hi,

Underlying dry skin/atopy could be a reason. I suggest you to use a moisturizer regularly after it resolves.

Hope I have answered your query.

Take care

Regards,
Dr Kakkar S., Dermatologist
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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What Causes Rashes And Bumps On The Legs And Calves?

Brief Answer: Need more information Detailed Answer: Hello, Seems like eczematous dermatitis. Do you have any associated symptoms?like Itching? Pain? Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.