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Suggest Treatment For Itchy Rashes Under The Left Arm

Posted on Wed, 12 Oct 2016

Question: I developed a very itchy rash on the underside of my left arm. I applied steroid cream but after almost a week and a half it isn't going away. It covers most of the underside of my upper arm

Answered by Dr. Chobufo Ditah (48 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Upload an image for review!

Detailed Answer:
HI and thanks for this query.

I am so sorry to hear about this rash. To be of most help, it is very important to review an image of this rash so as to be able to provide a personalized and helpful response to you.

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Chobufo Ditah (1 hour later)

I have devloped an itchy rash on the underside of my left arm. It is splotchy red with red bumps. I have had it for a week.

Answered by Dr. Chobufo Ditah (20 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Take oral steroids! This is urticaria

Detailed Answer:
Hi and thanks for this image.

I will suggest that you take oral steroids as this allergic reaction seems extensive. Prednisolone is my preferred drug for this. Creams or ointments alone will for sure fall short at addressing this seen the extensive nature.

I wish you well. Keep me updated.

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar