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What Does A Itchy Rash On Neck And Arms?

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Posted on Sat, 14 Jun 2014
Question: Hi I started out with a rash and swollen on my right ankle went to the doctor and he said it was sertis dermatitis (think that's wrong) anyway I wear a back brace I have idiopathic scoliosis and the blood flow isnt so good. A couple of days ago I broke out in a small rash on my neck which now is progressing down my arms and today my hands, shoulders. I started taking benedryl and have been apply a triple antiobiotic ointment. Stopped using scented lotions. No fever, don't feel sick, dizzy or anything like that. Very itchy of course and I make it worse and redden by itching. Haven't changed my diet or routine I however am in a lot of stress with us losing our home and going thru the process. I take anxiety meds and high bloodpressure meds. I have had mitral valve repair surgery several years ago. With the scoliosis have lost three inches so gained some weight. I would appreciate any thoughts you could give
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Answered by Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar (5 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Picture would be appreciated

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Thank you for the description. A photograph would have helped me understand the rash better.

A itchy rash limited to one dermatome could be simple flare up of zoster or shingles. I think the antibiotic may not help much. You should see a local doctor for prescription of nerve pain suppressants, cetrizine, possibly acyclovir and some Ibuprofen for the pain. Meantime I suggest you to take Cetrizine for itch and stop scratching which can aggravate the current situation. Apply calamine lotion on the rash. Use a different soap now.

I still wait for a good picture to help take a decision.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Aparna Kohli
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Follow up: Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar (13 hours later)
Just got this didn't see you first response. I will try and get a pic sent. Thank you
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Answered by Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar (2 days later)
Brief Answer:
Have you got a pic

Detailed Answer:
I am waiting for you to send the pic
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Aparna Kohli
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What Does A Itchy Rash On Neck And Arms?

Brief Answer: Picture would be appreciated Detailed Answer: Hi, Thank you for the description. A photograph would have helped me understand the rash better. A itchy rash limited to one dermatome could be simple flare up of zoster or shingles. I think the antibiotic may not help much. You should see a local doctor for prescription of nerve pain suppressants, cetrizine, possibly acyclovir and some Ibuprofen for the pain. Meantime I suggest you to take Cetrizine for itch and stop scratching which can aggravate the current situation. Apply calamine lotion on the rash. Use a different soap now. I still wait for a good picture to help take a decision.