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What Causes Sudden Rashes Near Elbow?

Posted on Tue, 23 Jun 2015

Question: I have a rash that suddenly appeared in.the crook of my arm 2 days ago. It is red and looks and feels like a sunburn. It started out about 1" x 3" and now goes around 90% of my arm and is 3" long. I have tried benedryl topically, anti itch cream and cortisone cream. I can't figure out what it could be.

Answered by Dr. Dr. BR Hudda (58 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Please upload a photograph and answer my queries

Detailed Answer:
Hello
I appreciate your concern
Looking at your description this could be contact dermatitis or local allergy or insect bite
Such kind of rashes can be caused in various connective tissue disease like psoriasis or purpuric lesion

I would like further information to guide you better
Your age and relevant medical history of any?
If possible upload a photograph
Does it itch or causes any discharge?
Is it a single rash or collection of numerous small rashes?

Meanwhile you can apply calamine lotion to be applied locally on the rashes.
Please revert back with answers, I will definitely help you in best possible way
Best wishes

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T

Follow up: Dr. Dr. BR Hudda (1 hour later)

I am a 58 year old female. No medical history that is relevant. The rash is like a sun burn, consistent in color. No oozing or blisters. Irritating rather than itching. I'm not on any meds and have no allergies. I did have that fever for a few days which is now gone. No other symptoms. . I wrk send a picture if I can figure out how to.

Answered by Dr. Dr. BR Hudda (3 hours later)

Brief Answer:
allergic reaction or contact dermatitis

Detailed Answer:
Hello ma'am
Thanks for your reply and photograph you have uploaded

You need not to worry, Looking at your photograph and description this could be allergic reaction or contact dermatitis on exposure to some irritant allergens

You can apply any steroidal ointment like mometasone or clobetasol group of ointments with alternate application of Lactocalamine lotion or powder
Don' touch it or rub it

Hope this helps you
Best wishes

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Prasad