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What Causes Rashes On Knuckles And Fever?
Question: I have a small rash that appears on my knuckles at the base of fingers. It appears on both hands, it comes and goes but not always on both hands at the same time. I also experience unexplained fever ranging up to 103 degrees F prior to the rash appearing. The fever typically only last 24hours. Any recommendations for the cause would be great.
Brief Answer:
nee some details to guide you better
Detailed Answer:
Hello
My name is Dr Muhammad Ali Rauf & i will look into your problem.
I have gone through your query and would try to help you in the best possible way. There could be a number of causes for your complaint. I would be in a better position to guide you if you answer following questions please:
1. since when are you having this problem?
2. did it start after taking some particular food or after going to bed?
3. can you share a clear close image of rash? You can upload on top right corner.
4. do you have diabetes, hypertension or any other illness?
5. are you on any medication?
6. does itch specifically occur between fingers digits & groin area?
7. is anyone else in the family also having similar complaint?
I will be looking forward for the answers to conclude the discussion in the best interest of yours.
Thank You
nee some details to guide you better
Detailed Answer:
Hello
My name is Dr Muhammad Ali Rauf & i will look into your problem.
I have gone through your query and would try to help you in the best possible way. There could be a number of causes for your complaint. I would be in a better position to guide you if you answer following questions please:
1. since when are you having this problem?
2. did it start after taking some particular food or after going to bed?
3. can you share a clear close image of rash? You can upload on top right corner.
4. do you have diabetes, hypertension or any other illness?
5. are you on any medication?
6. does itch specifically occur between fingers digits & groin area?
7. is anyone else in the family also having similar complaint?
I will be looking forward for the answers to conclude the discussion in the best interest of yours.
Thank You
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
Been off and on for the last 9 months
No change in eating habits or new foods
No diabetes or hypertension
Itches only on this rash it's self. Dose not have any burrowing.
I share a home with my 4 children and husband none of them have a rash.
I have uploaded two pictures of the two knuckles it is on, it only affects these two spots.
No change in eating habits or new foods
No diabetes or hypertension
Itches only on this rash it's self. Dose not have any burrowing.
I share a home with my 4 children and husband none of them have a rash.
I have uploaded two pictures of the two knuckles it is on, it only affects these two spots.
Brief Answer:
Most probably allergic reacion
Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thank you for getting back with the answers. I have gone through them. Features are suggestive of allergic response. As your symptoms are chronic so certain extra measures need to be taken care off. If i were your treating doctor then i would have advised following things:
- cetirizine one at night for 5 days
- wash/change bedding thoroughly.
- apply Betamethasone 1mg over the burning area.
- Montelukast one daily for one month. Research has shown that it decreases the allergic symptoms considerably.
Hope I have answered your query. If you have any further questions I will be happy to help if not then don't forget to close the discussion and rate it.
Wishing you good health !!
Most probably allergic reacion
Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thank you for getting back with the answers. I have gone through them. Features are suggestive of allergic response. As your symptoms are chronic so certain extra measures need to be taken care off. If i were your treating doctor then i would have advised following things:
- cetirizine one at night for 5 days
- wash/change bedding thoroughly.
- apply Betamethasone 1mg over the burning area.
- Montelukast one daily for one month. Research has shown that it decreases the allergic symptoms considerably.
Hope I have answered your query. If you have any further questions I will be happy to help if not then don't forget to close the discussion and rate it.
Wishing you good health !!
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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