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Hi, I have some allergy in my left forearm persistent for nearly 2 years. Issue started in 2018 but it was not prominent then. But for the past two years its very itchy and its spreading all my forearm and only in my left hand. Consulted with three dermatologist and all of them diagnosed it as sun allergy. Applied creams nothing helps. On exposure to sun it aggreviates so I use arm sleeves and it helps to an extent. But still it persists.When I apply any topical cream or lotion it starts to itch badly until I wash it off. Itching is irritating and these days I develop wounds due to stratching.I even consulted ayurveda and homoeopathy.It doesn't help.
I also have allergic rhinitis and allergic to dust.
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See, examination is important here. Further the details about treatment already taken from dermatologists should also be shared. Is there any history of any other chronic illness ? What about family history ? So important data points are required to arrive at diagnosis and proper treatment. Most of the times ,avoiding the allergen itself can self ( sunlight here). We need through history taking and examination for diagnosis and treatment
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consult a general physician with important details to arrive at exact diagnosis and proper treatment
Health Tips
1. avoid sunlight
2. hydrate yourself properly
3. avoid self medication
3. avoid steroids especially
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Take balanced diet.
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Blood for ige, igm igg.
Cover the part to protect from sunlight, locally by suns skin lotion.
Use of montek lc for long period.
Consult homeopathy.
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Consult online for detailed discussion and further treatment protocol
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Get your IgE to check if it's raised, consult an allergist in your area.
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Get your IG E level done and requires further workup
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Use sunscreen and levocetirizin at night
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Cover your arm with sunscreen or long sleeves clothes.
Take Tata 1mg vit b.complex tablet one morning and one evening.
Tab cetrizine 5mg one morning and one evening for 7 days.
Share pics of your skin problem for better guidance.
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🔍 Likely Diagnosis:
Chronic localized photodermatitis (sun allergy)
Possibly lichen simplex chronicus (from repeated scratching)
Possible sensitivity to creams or photo-contact dermatitis
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🩺 Recommended Treatment:
1. Avoid triggers
Use UV-protective full sleeves
Avoid fragrance-based or cosmetic lotions
2. Skin-calming treatments
Cetaphil DAM or Eczela cream (non-irritating moisturizers)
Tacrolimus 0.03% ointment (night use)
Levocetirizine 5mg at night (for itching)
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🌿 Tip:
Keep skin moisturized, avoid scratching, and protect from sun to break the itch-scratch cycle. Condition is manageable with the right care.
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Dr. Gaurav Jaiswal
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6 yrs exp
Jhansi
Avoid fried food and spicy food
Water intake more
Green leafy vegetables and fruits
Fiber meal
Do connect and consult
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Dr. Ravi Kumar Nadella
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Hyderabad
Due to stress
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Dr. Chaithra H
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Bangalore
Take montral during night
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
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Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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