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What Causes Itchy Burning Rashes On The Legs,stomach And Back?

I have been suffering from a severe rash which started in my left leg. It then slowly progressed to other parts of my body. My leg is now very red and peels skin daily. I still have rashes daily on my arms, stomach and back. Very itchy and burning. These rashes seem to blister and then turn in very rough dry skin that catches on my clothing and itches even more. I don't think the leg is infected but just reacting to the rash. I just had an anti-biotic shot and a shot of Kinelog. Several months ago, while doing blood tests for allergins that might be causing the rash I was found to have a low platelet count. Very mild, but still low. Any ideas about what's going on?
Mon, 16 May 2016
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of itchy burning rashes on the legs,stomach and back. Well the symptoms you mention in query can occur due to many reasons like contact dermatitis , allergic reaction due to detergent, soap , fragrance , chemical, metal such as in jewelry, poison oak or ivy, an animal bite, or an insect sting and lyme disease. Need not to worry. You should wear loose clothes to avoid frictional; heat. Avoid touching or pricking rashes. I would suggest you to consult dermatologist for proper examination . Doctor may prescribe antihistamine , corticosteroid ointment and may give adrenaline short . For now take benadryl twice a day , apply cold compresses and avoid any cosmetic product.

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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What Causes Itchy Burning Rashes On The Legs,stomach And Back?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of itchy burning rashes on the legs,stomach and back. Well the symptoms you mention in query can occur due to many reasons like contact dermatitis , allergic reaction due to detergent, soap , fragrance , chemical, metal such as in jewelry, poison oak or ivy, an animal bite, or an insect sting and lyme disease. Need not to worry. You should wear loose clothes to avoid frictional; heat. Avoid touching or pricking rashes. I would suggest you to consult dermatologist for proper examination . Doctor may prescribe antihistamine , corticosteroid ointment and may give adrenaline short . For now take benadryl twice a day , apply cold compresses and avoid any cosmetic product. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari