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What Causes Itching Burning White Blotchy Spots On Legs And Arms?
I have red and white blotchy spots on the underside of my arms and on my legs below the knee. It occasionally burns and itches. It is not raised and I have been taking Benedryl which does not seem to help. It comes and goes but never goes all the way away. It has been about 10 days now that I have noticed this.
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Sat, 31 May 2014
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Hello,
As per your case history of red itchy spots, my treatment advice is -
1. Don't scratch the lesion as it may worsen the condition.
2. Apply a mild antibiotic plus steroid cream like Fusiderm-B cream twice daily on it.
3. Take an antihistamine medication like levocetirizine twice daily for 7-10 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
As per your case history of red itchy spots, my treatment advice is -
1. Don't scratch the lesion as it may worsen the condition.
2. Apply a mild antibiotic plus steroid cream like Fusiderm-B cream twice daily on it.
3. Take an antihistamine medication like levocetirizine twice daily for 7-10 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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