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What Causes A Red Rash On The Ankle?

I have significant swelling in my right ankle and a bright red rash that is itchy and a bit warm to the touch. The rash is spreading up the right side of my lower leg and a bit to the top of my foot with a little bit of rash on the inside of the leg. Should I seek medical care tonight or wait until morning? Not sure if I m being paranoid, cellulitis??
Tue, 18 Jun 2019
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Hi Dear,

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of red rash on the ankle which seems to be due to contact dermatitis, skin infection, and could be fungal infection.

Need not to worry. You should apply only petroleum jelly and take antihistamine like Benadryl twice a day. Avoid touching or pricking rashes. I would suggest you to keep your skin clean and dry, protect it from sun. If condition doesn't get well then consult dermatologist for proper examination. Doctor may order certain test like skin patch test, blood test, allergy test and take history to rule out the side effects of certain drug. Doctor may prescribe immunosuppressants along with anti inflammatory and corticosteroid ointment.

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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What Causes A Red Rash On The Ankle?

Hi Dear, Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of red rash on the ankle which seems to be due to contact dermatitis, skin infection, and could be fungal infection. Need not to worry. You should apply only petroleum jelly and take antihistamine like Benadryl twice a day. Avoid touching or pricking rashes. I would suggest you to keep your skin clean and dry, protect it from sun. If condition doesn t get well then consult dermatologist for proper examination. Doctor may order certain test like skin patch test, blood test, allergy test and take history to rule out the side effects of certain drug. Doctor may prescribe immunosuppressants along with anti inflammatory and corticosteroid ointment. Hope your concern has been resolved. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari