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What Causes Rashes On The Arms, Abdomen And Legs?

I ve had an skin rash for months. Now it is spreading from the abdomen, to the arms, back and legs and there is considerable swelling and fluid buildup in the abdomen. I went to the doctor who gave me a topical ointment, and an anti-histamine. Next week I will be getting an ultra-sound to check possible causes. Does this sound like asites???
Tue, 3 Oct 2017
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Hi.
As per your case history you are having allergic dermatitis.
My treatment advice is -
1. Avoid using any new products like soap or perfume.
2. Apply a mild topical steroid cream like mometasone cream on the lesions twice daily.
3. Take an antihistamine medication like levocetrizine twice daily for 7-10 days.
4. Other treatment options are oral hydroxyzine, oral steroid taken only after consulting a dermatologist.

Thanks.
Dr. Harshit bhachech.
MBBS, DDVL.
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What Causes Rashes On The Arms, Abdomen And Legs?

Hi. As per your case history you are having allergic dermatitis. My treatment advice is - 1. Avoid using any new products like soap or perfume. 2. Apply a mild topical steroid cream like mometasone cream on the lesions twice daily. 3. Take an antihistamine medication like levocetrizine twice daily for 7-10 days. 4. Other treatment options are oral hydroxyzine, oral steroid taken only after consulting a dermatologist. Thanks. Dr. Harshit bhachech. MBBS, DDVL.