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Suggest Treatment For Red And Swollen Patch On The Upper Thigh
Question: I just found a red swollen 'line' about 1-2 inches wide on my upper thigh. It runs from the center to the inside of my leg, across not up & down. It is warm to the touch. I do not recall any injury to the area. It's after 8 pm and my doctor is not available.
Brief Answer:
need some details to guide you better
Detailed Answer:
Hello
My name is Dr Muhammad Ali Rauf & i will look into your problem.
I have gone through your query and would try to help you in the best possible way. There could be a number of causes for your complaint. I would be in a better position to guide you if you answer following questions please:
1. did it start after taking some particular food or after going to bed?
2. are you allergic to some food?
3. did such problem occur in past?
4. is there any history of fever or itching?
5. is there any swelling?
6. are you on any medication?
I will be looking forward for the answers to conclude the discussion in the best interest of yours.
Thank You
need some details to guide you better
Detailed Answer:
Hello
My name is Dr Muhammad Ali Rauf & i will look into your problem.
I have gone through your query and would try to help you in the best possible way. There could be a number of causes for your complaint. I would be in a better position to guide you if you answer following questions please:
1. did it start after taking some particular food or after going to bed?
2. are you allergic to some food?
3. did such problem occur in past?
4. is there any history of fever or itching?
5. is there any swelling?
6. are you on any medication?
I will be looking forward for the answers to conclude the discussion in the best interest of yours.
Thank You
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Nagamani Ng
1-no to food question; yes to falling asleep on couch
2-no
3-maybe-have had 2 minor blood clots. One in my elbow area (went from baby aspirin to full strength) several years ago and one in my hand after an iv (stopped aspirin and took ibuprofin). Doctor said they were 'superficial' types (or something like that)
4-no
5-yes, slightly swollen. Red with a firm 'core' line
6-yes: atenalol (for pvc's), fuersomide (for water retention), and a regular aspirin.
I was just at the doctor's office the day before due to 'palpitations' and had an EKG that was ok. Temperature and pulse (78) were normal. BP was 118/82.
2-no
3-maybe-have had 2 minor blood clots. One in my elbow area (went from baby aspirin to full strength) several years ago and one in my hand after an iv (stopped aspirin and took ibuprofin). Doctor said they were 'superficial' types (or something like that)
4-no
5-yes, slightly swollen. Red with a firm 'core' line
6-yes: atenalol (for pvc's), fuersomide (for water retention), and a regular aspirin.
I was just at the doctor's office the day before due to 'palpitations' and had an EKG that was ok. Temperature and pulse (78) were normal. BP was 118/82.
Brief Answer:
Most probably allergic reaction.
Detailed Answer:
hello
thank you for getting back with the answers. Firt of all please accept my apology for delay in response. I actally was on duty due to which reason i was not having access to internet. i have gone through the answers. Most common cause for such presentation inculdes allergic reaction which can be due to a number of causes, most commonly includes insect bite. Second possibility is localized collection. As you mentioned that there is n history of itch so i would suggest you to wait for 24 hrs. If it persists then you once need to visit hospital and get ultrasound of that area done to rule out the possibility of any collection. Meanwhile if you feel pain at that site then you can take acetatminophen. Secondly, incase of itching you can take cetirizine one at night.
Hope i have answered your query. Feel free to get back for if there us any followup query.
Wishing you a very good health.
Most probably allergic reaction.
Detailed Answer:
hello
thank you for getting back with the answers. Firt of all please accept my apology for delay in response. I actally was on duty due to which reason i was not having access to internet. i have gone through the answers. Most common cause for such presentation inculdes allergic reaction which can be due to a number of causes, most commonly includes insect bite. Second possibility is localized collection. As you mentioned that there is n history of itch so i would suggest you to wait for 24 hrs. If it persists then you once need to visit hospital and get ultrasound of that area done to rule out the possibility of any collection. Meanwhile if you feel pain at that site then you can take acetatminophen. Secondly, incase of itching you can take cetirizine one at night.
Hope i have answered your query. Feel free to get back for if there us any followup query.
Wishing you a very good health.
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Prasad
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