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What Do Itchy Sores On The Lower Legs Indicate?

I have little sores in the front of my lower leg and the itch terribly . If I scratch them it is tender to touch but the itching is so intense. They have been this way for over a month now. I dont believe i have exposed them to any thing like plants etc. What could it possibly be?
IM 57 years old.
Mon, 18 Dec 2017
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Hi Dear,

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of itchy sores on the lower legs which can be due to many reasons like contact dermatitis, dry skin, eczema, heat rash or sweat dermatitis. Need not to worry. I would suggest you to apply ice pack to reduce redness and itchiness. Maintain good personal hygiene. Use a powder to avoid sweat collection and apply calamine lotion at the sites of the lesion. If condition doesn't get well then consult dermatologist for proper examination . Doctor may prescribe antibiotics like clindamycin , oral antifungal or antibacterial depending upon the diagnosis .

Hope your concern has been resolved.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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What Do Itchy Sores On The Lower Legs Indicate?

Hi Dear, Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of itchy sores on the lower legs which can be due to many reasons like contact dermatitis, dry skin, eczema, heat rash or sweat dermatitis. Need not to worry. I would suggest you to apply ice pack to reduce redness and itchiness. Maintain good personal hygiene. Use a powder to avoid sweat collection and apply calamine lotion at the sites of the lesion. If condition doesn t get well then consult dermatologist for proper examination . Doctor may prescribe antibiotics like clindamycin , oral antifungal or antibacterial depending upon the diagnosis . Hope your concern has been resolved. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari