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What causes itchy bumps on the back side of the arm around the elbow (about 3 each side of the elbow)? It has been itching for about 2 weeks and is not getting better. It s worse at night. I ve been using cortisone cream, but that isn t helping anymore.
Mon, 16 Jul 2018
General & Family Physician, Dr. Varinder's Response
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I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
It may be fungal infection. Along with Cortisone, use antifungal as Terbinafine locally. You will get relief soon. I hope I have solved your query.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Varinder Joshi
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What Causes Itchy Bumps Around The Elbows?
Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. It may be fungal infection. Along with Cortisone, use antifungal as Terbinafine locally. You will get relief soon. I hope I have solved your query. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Varinder Joshi