What Causes Red Blotchy Patch On Abdominal Area?

Posted on Sun, 18 Oct 2015

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Question : Red blotch on my stomach. Itches sometimes. A little scaly. Had it a few days.

Answered by Dr. Luchuo Engelbert Bain (7 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Topical corticosteroids worth trying.

Detailed Answer:
Hi and thanks for the query,

I just saw the image of the red blotch, Redness and itching a clear signs of inflammation. Considering the fact that no other similar lesions have developed over time, it is unlikely that this blotch should be of infectious origin.

I suggest using a topical steroid since it looks more of an inflammation. Under normal circumstances, you should get better within a couple of days after use. Persistence might require you to see a dermatologist. However, I think topical local steroids should be sufficient.

Hydrocortizone creme 1% could be an option. Thanks and kind regards as I wish you the best of health.

Dr Bain

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vinay Bhardwaj