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What Do Red Rashes On The Lower Legs Indicate?

I have round and oval red blotches on my lower legs only. They usually fade in about one week but when I am stressed they seem to pop up from nowhere. They are not itchy. They are around my lower legs and some on my ankles. Any suggestions? I am 71 and have dry skin and some broken capilliaries on my legs also that I would like to get rid of with laser treatments.
Wed, 4 Oct 2017
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Hi Dear,

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of red rashes on lower legs which can be due to many reasons like contact dermatitis, dry skin, eczema, heat rash or sweat dermatitis.

Need not to worry. Apply ice pack to reduce redness and itchiness. Maintain good personal hygiene. Use a powder to avoid sweat collection and apply calamine lotion at the sites of the lesion. If condition doesn't get well then consult dermatologist for proper examination . Doctor may prescribe antibiotics like clindamycin , oral antifungal or antibacterial depending upon the diagnosis .

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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What Do Red Rashes On The Lower Legs Indicate?

Hi Dear, Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of red rashes on lower legs which can be due to many reasons like contact dermatitis, dry skin, eczema, heat rash or sweat dermatitis. Need not to worry. Apply ice pack to reduce redness and itchiness. Maintain good personal hygiene. Use a powder to avoid sweat collection and apply calamine lotion at the sites of the lesion. If condition doesn t get well then consult dermatologist for proper examination . Doctor may prescribe antibiotics like clindamycin , oral antifungal or antibacterial depending upon the diagnosis . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari