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Suggest Remedy For Skin Rashes Around The Upper Arm And Ankles

male and female with possible bites or rash on ankles and upper arm. Seem to be liquid filled and itchy. The areas don t seem to spread and didn t clear up with Calamine lotion. tonight we have taken Benadry and applied Cortizone 10. symptoms for two weeks. Been sleeping at rented cabin in the woods. Neighbor suggested bed bugs.....Any ideas for us on what this might be?
Thu, 20 Sep 2018
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General & Family Physician,  's  Response
Hi,

The symptoms are referring bug bites, however, a photo of the affected skin area is highly recommended.

The patients should start taking anti-histaminic medication. Usually, the itching will go away after the third week.

If any sign of bacterial co-infection should discuss further with a dermatologist as might need prescription meds.

Wish fast recovery. Looking forward to having the requested photos in.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Albana Sejdini,
General & Family Physician
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Suggest Remedy For Skin Rashes Around The Upper Arm And Ankles

Hi, The symptoms are referring bug bites, however, a photo of the affected skin area is highly recommended. The patients should start taking anti-histaminic medication. Usually, the itching will go away after the third week. If any sign of bacterial co-infection should discuss further with a dermatologist as might need prescription meds. Wish fast recovery. Looking forward to having the requested photos in. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Albana Sejdini, General & Family Physician