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Swollen, Itchy, Cherry Red Spots , What Can It Be ?
yea i kinda woke up this morning and my foot was itching on the top so i went to rub it wit my left foot but it hurted then i checked the right foot 2 and it was hurting 2 n its like cherry red where it hurt like spots. so what can it be?
Fri, 9 Jul 2010
General & Family Physician, Dr. K.S Sanju's Response
Most probably you are having an allergic reaction to some bites ,probably mosquito or any other inscects that can get to your bed..
Treatment is dependant upon the type and severity of the reaction but may involve
Calamine lotion - for local application...
Antihistamines - May minimise itching and decrease response in mild to moderate reactions, especially with primarily skin involvement
Oral steroids - used in short courses for moderate allergic reactions especially with asthma symptoms or skin conditions
If the itching is increasing and more eruptions are appearing you should report to local hospital because you can have anaphylaxis..
Anaphylaxis is a severe life threatening allergic response that may occur following an insect sting.
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Swollen, Itchy, Cherry Red Spots , What Can It Be ?
Most probably you are having an allergic reaction to some bites ,probably mosquito or any other inscects that can get to your bed.. Treatment is dependant upon the type and severity of the reaction but may involve Calamine lotion - for local application... Antihistamines - May minimise itching and decrease response in mild to moderate reactions, especially with primarily skin involvement Oral steroids - used in short courses for moderate allergic reactions especially with asthma symptoms or skin conditions If the itching is increasing and more eruptions are appearing you should report to local hospital because you can have anaphylaxis.. Anaphylaxis is a severe life threatening allergic response that may occur following an insect sting.