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Suggest Treatment For Skin Irritation
My Daughter was misdiagnosed with herpes in Jan. where we later found that it was a bacterial infection. March she was dx. with type 1 DM. She has had 2 subsequent infections since tx: difulcan and flaagl. Today she baffled her OB with skin irritation that presents with white overlay of reddened dermial layer and raised papilli. this extends around the labia and diffusely encompassing the anus. 10/10 pain not relieved with 800mg of advil they aasked her to start taking Valtrex of which they have previously treated her with in conjunction with flaggl and diflucan. please advise
Mon, 30 Apr 2018
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I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
As per your case history of Skin irritation, my treatment advice is:
1. Do not scratch the lesion as it may worsen the condition.
2. Apply a soothing lotion like Calamine lotion on affected region twice daily.
3. Take an antihistamine medication like Levocetirizine for 7 to 10 days.
If the problem persists, then consult a dermatologist.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Harshit Bhachech
I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
As per your case history of Skin irritation, my treatment advice is:
1. Do not scratch the lesion as it may worsen the condition.
2. Apply a soothing lotion like Calamine lotion on affected region twice daily.
3. Take an antihistamine medication like Levocetirizine for 7 to 10 days.
If the problem persists, then consult a dermatologist.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Harshit Bhachech
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