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What Causes Itchy And Dry Patches On The Legs And Back?
My son is 19 years old. A few months ago he developed very itchy dry patches on his legs, back + trunk. He saw a dermatologist who prescribed cortisone 10% cream + it improved. A few weeks ago he developed raw patches in his armpits that were almost bleeding + very painful. He stopped using deodorant + I had him apply zinc oxide to the areas which helped. Now he has a lump on the back of his neck that is not itchy or painful. His trainer (he plays college baseball) noticed it yesterday. Any idea if these could be related?
Fri, 9 Jun 2017
Hello,
Consult a dermatologist, it could be psoriasis. If not some antihistamines then topical ointments can help.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Anusuya Ramesh
Consult a dermatologist, it could be psoriasis. If not some antihistamines then topical ointments can help.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Anusuya Ramesh
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