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How Can An Itchy Rash On The Arm Be Treated?

Posted on Mon, 29 Aug 2016

Question: Unknown rash on arm
Itchy
Doesnt like hydrocortozne
Been there for 3day
Doesnt seem to be spreeding
Had extensive hsv1 outbreak on lips.
Is it possible it transfered.

Answered by Dr. Ilyas Patel (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Lichen urticatus most probably

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Welcome to HCM...

I read history and saw the photo. Then I could conclude that most probably you may be having the skin disease called lichen urticatus. It is also called popular urticaria. However, it is not urticaria. It may be due to hypersensitivity reaction to insects...fleas and mites. It is not herpes simplex or not due to herpes simplex.

You may consult the dermatologist for the perfect diagnosis and treatment.

I would suggest...

- Antihistaminics
- steroids in tappering dose
- apply calamine lotion or mid steroid cream like mometasone cream
- avoid soap bath, may use dettol liquid in bath
- keep yourself away from the insects

I hope this would help you.

Thanks.

Dr.Ilyas Patel MD

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Prasad

Follow up: Dr. Ilyas Patel (1 hour later)

Ok so i put an application on calomine on it and were as it helped the itching in the near term. Its now extremely itchy and inflamed. When the skin is stretched it turns a yellowish color

Answered by Dr. Ilyas Patel (21 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Lichen urticatus

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

I can understand your concern for itchiness and inflammation of skin. But, as I suggested you...take treatment under observation of doctor.. I hope you will get good relief. You may take antibiotic like cephalaxin 250 mg thrice a day for a week.

Color change of skin after stretching has no value,so..do not worry.

I hope this would satisfy.

Thanks.

Dr.Ilyas Patel MD

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Prasad