Suggest Treatment For Rashes On The Arms
Question: I've developed (within the last week or so) some rashes on my arms. They do not itch, but seem to improve slightly after bathing. I thought at first it was heat rash but it doesn't seem to be
Brief Answer:
Eczematous dermatitis
Detailed Answer:
Hello. Thank you for writing to us
I am dr.kakkar (dermatologist). I have gone through your query and I have reviewed the Image
It seems like eczematous dermatitis.
I suggest you to continue using the topical steroid cream (containing fluocinolone acetonide), 2x daily for a few days. It should get fine on it.
Regards
Eczematous dermatitis
Detailed Answer:
Hello. Thank you for writing to us
I am dr.kakkar (dermatologist). I have gone through your query and I have reviewed the Image
It seems like eczematous dermatitis.
I suggest you to continue using the topical steroid cream (containing fluocinolone acetonide), 2x daily for a few days. It should get fine on it.
Regards
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
How long should I continue if I don't see improvement?
additionally is there anything i can do or avoid to minimise the chance for reoccurrence?
additionally is there anything i can do or avoid to minimise the chance for reoccurrence?
Brief Answer:
Steroid cream for 2-4 weeks
Detailed Answer:
Hi.
You may use the steroid cream for 2-4 weeks.
Once the rash resolves, thereafter you may use a moisturiser regularly to prevent or maintain improvement.
Regards
Steroid cream for 2-4 weeks
Detailed Answer:
Hi.
You may use the steroid cream for 2-4 weeks.
Once the rash resolves, thereafter you may use a moisturiser regularly to prevent or maintain improvement.
Regards
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar