Hello,
You are getting painful red blotchy spots on the arms and legs that are very painful. You take alcohol, taking alcohol causes weak immune system, making heavy drinkers and alcoholics more susceptible to fungal infections. Other serious skin complications of
alcoholism include harsh sensitivity to sunlight,
rosacea, itching, scalp rash, and other vascular reactions. Avoid taking alcohol, limit the intake of alcohol to reduce symptoms that you are experiencing.
You can apply ointment
Soframycin or
aloe vera based ointment on the affected area for relief. Take non sedating antihistamines to reduce discomfort. Take care of your hygiene. You are suggested to get clinically examined by a
dermatologist. Get skin tests (viral culture, HSV, blood tests) done to detect herpes, herpes also presents with similar symptoms. If reports are positive you will be accordingly treated with antivirals and antibiotics.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Nupur K., General & Family Physician