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What Causes A Itchy Bump Under The Ankle?
Hello, two nights ago I realized that I have a bump about 2cm in length and 1cm in width just under my ankle bone. Since then it has been very itchy. I mean, VERY itchy. It is the color of my skin, but it is a little darker, so you can see that there is clearly a bump. I need help a.s.a.p. as I worry it is a Spider Bite or something...
Thu, 8 Sep 2016
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1. Itchiness in the ankle is commonly called as pruritus and indicates a dermatological or skin disorder and if you need help ASAP then need to see a Dermatologist/Infectious disease Doctor or your regular doctor since it can be insect bite [mites], contact dermatitis, vasculitis or even an internal problem due to disorder of blood,diabetes or any malignancy.
2. until you get the expert advice apply:
. calamine lotion or moisturizing lotion with menthol to the affected area to treat itchy ankle
Thanks for contacting HCM with your health concern
1. Itchiness in the ankle is commonly called as pruritus and indicates a dermatological or skin disorder and if you need help ASAP then need to see a Dermatologist/Infectious disease Doctor or your regular doctor since it can be insect bite [mites], contact dermatitis, vasculitis or even an internal problem due to disorder of blood,diabetes or any malignancy.
2. until you get the expert advice apply:
. calamine lotion or moisturizing lotion with menthol to the affected area to treat itchy ankle
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