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What Causes Recurring Rashes On The Thigh?

I have a recurring rash that shows up on my outer thighs only. It happens every 3 months without any change in environment or stress level. It starts as a minor irritation and grows to cover the entirety of my outer thigh and gets darker in the middle then goes away. I ve tried antihistamine creams and gotten a for Triamcinolone due to my Dr thinking it s eczema. Nothing helps or relieves the itching. The rash itself is also very warm to the touch, red, and is raised off the skin. I have no idea what this is and nothing my Dr has given me has helped. Any ideas?
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Hi,

Perhaps it is an eczematous skin condition. I suggest you use a moisturizer over that area. Use at least 2-3 times a day. In addition, I suggest you use a potent topical steroid e.g., either Clobetasol Propionate 0.05% ointment or Halobetasol Propionate 0.05% ointment, twice daily for 2-4 weeks.

I also suggest you to take an oral antihistamine e.g Tab Cetirizine once a day for symptomatic relief from itching.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if you need any more assistance.
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What Causes Recurring Rashes On The Thigh?

Hi, Perhaps it is an eczematous skin condition. I suggest you use a moisturizer over that area. Use at least 2-3 times a day. In addition, I suggest you use a potent topical steroid e.g., either Clobetasol Propionate 0.05% ointment or Halobetasol Propionate 0.05% ointment, twice daily for 2-4 weeks. I also suggest you to take an oral antihistamine e.g Tab Cetirizine once a day for symptomatic relief from itching. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if you need any more assistance.