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How Should Knee Rashes With Swelling, Redness And Bruising Be Treated?
We removed some dead trees 2 days ago. Woke in middle of night with terrible rash just below my knee. I assumed it was poison ivy, but it has continued to swell and become very red with a bruise like spot. Also very hot with white border outlining the swollen area.
Wed, 29 Aug 2018
Hi,
The rash could probably due to an insect bite hypersensitivity or a bacterial infection. The treatment differs for the two conditions. So, I advise you to visit your dermatologist to arrive at a proper diagnosis and to initiate the treatment.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Siva Subramanian
The rash could probably due to an insect bite hypersensitivity or a bacterial infection. The treatment differs for the two conditions. So, I advise you to visit your dermatologist to arrive at a proper diagnosis and to initiate the treatment.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Siva Subramanian
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