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How Do I Identify The Triggering Factor Of An Unusual Patch Of Red Spots On The Shin?
Question: I one occasion have these red spots appear on my shin. Usually no more than one or two. Picture is attached. Any idea what it is. I have no pain or itching. The skin on my shin is kind of ashy right now.
Brief Answer:
Abrasion.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I can see a small abrasion. It seems self-inflicted due to scratching. I suggest you apply a topical antibiotic ointment e.g. either Neosporin ointment or Mupirocin ointment.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Kakkar S., Dermatologist
Abrasion.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I can see a small abrasion. It seems self-inflicted due to scratching. I suggest you apply a topical antibiotic ointment e.g. either Neosporin ointment or Mupirocin ointment.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Kakkar S., Dermatologist
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Yogesh D
I'm sure I did not scratch it. Could it be petechaie? It is slightly raised. I had my CBC done three weeks ago and everything was normal even had a sed rate test and liver panel that was normal.
Brief Answer:
Abrasion.
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
It definitely looks like an abrasion. The epidemis is broken. It is not petechial.
Hope I have answered your query.
Regards,
Dr. Kakkar S., Dermatologist
Abrasion.
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
It definitely looks like an abrasion. The epidemis is broken. It is not petechial.
Hope I have answered your query.
Regards,
Dr. Kakkar S., Dermatologist
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Yogesh D
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