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What Causes Dry, Itchy And Blackish Skin Below Kknee?

I have dry ,itchy,and blackish skin on left side on my leg below knee.I am not a diabetic patient. Mild hypertension under control with 40 mg telmisartan.pl advice and prescription. Thanking you, B.S.Krishna murthy. Email. YYYY@YYYY .

posted on Tue, 19 Aug 2014

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Dermatologist, Dr. Ilyas Patel's Response

Hi,

It may be a form of eczema..called lichen simplex chronicus.

Kindly consult the dermatologist.

I would suggest..

- oral steroids in tappering dose
- antihistaminics to relieve itch
- steroid cream like clobetasole propionate to apply on the lesion
- avoid stress
- avoid soap
- avoid triggering factors

I hope this would help you.

Thanks.

Dr.Ilyas Patel MD

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What Causes Dry, Itchy And Blackish Skin Below Kknee?

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