1. Home
  2. Consult with a doctor
  3. Skin, Hair and Nails

  4. Dry patches. Patches on both arms joint.

Dry patches

2021-06-01 13:08:17
From the last 2 days i am having redness in both arms joint, but today i am seeing that redness areas are now having dry skin patches. It feels like skin is pulling when open arms. Redness photo attached before dry skin patches in both arms. What could be the cause does it means i have a chronic skin disease. Please guide me. From redness to dry patches on both arms joint.
37 Views

Answers (3)

Get your queries answered instantly with Practo AI FREE

50000+ health queries resolved in last month

Chat with Practo AI on Whatsapp

Consult Now
Don't worry...you are suffering from allergic dermatitis causing this problem... Specific medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for detailed prescription

Answered2021-06-01 13:41:26

YESNO

Was this answer useful

Not finding what you need? Ask Practo AI

FREE

Chat with Practo AI on Whatsapp

This appears to Intertrigo. It can be coz of sweating. The salts from the sweat along with dry skin can cause this problem. It isn't a chronic condition but if not taken care of on time it will get persistent. Consult ur Dermatologist for further evaluation.

Answered2021-06-01 13:17:20

YESNO

Was this answer useful

Not finding what you need? Ask Practo AI

FREE

Chat with Practo AI on Whatsapp

Kindly consult online for proper assessment and treatment

Answered2021-06-01 13:13:02

YESNO

Was this answer useful

Not finding what you need? Ask Practo AI

FREE

Chat with Practo AI on Whatsapp

Articles you may like

Dry Eyes: Causes and Remedies

Dr.Ajay Kumar Singh

Our eyes need tears to stay healthy and comfortable. If your eyes do not produce enough tears, it is called dry eye. Dry ... Read more

6 Ways to Reduce Eye Strain and Get Rid of Dry Eyes

Dr.Pallavee R Goswami

Computer and other electronic gadgets are nowadays a part and parcel of life. Although there are many advantages, still ... Read more

9 Signs You Have Dry Eyes

Dr.Vaibhev Mittal

Dry eyes are a common phenomenon that develops when the tears do not provide sufficient moisture to your eyes. This may ... Read more

“Dry Drunk Syndrome” - Are You Aware of This Condition?

Mr.Riju Raj Roy

In sobriety, the thoughts, feelings, and behaviors show significant change along with total absenteeism from alcohol con ... Read more

Dry Eye Syndrome - Causes and Cure

Dr.Neelam Nath Bhatia

Dry Eye Syndrome is a part of Ageing Process and it may affect our youth also.It is due to lack of lubrication & Moi ... Read more

Dry Mouth

Dr.Vijita Mehta

Dry mouth refers to a condition in which the salivary glands in your mouth don't make enough saliva to keep your mouth w ... Read more

Tell us what's troubling you

Acne keeps coming back?

Consult Now

Struggling with pimples?

Consult Now

Can’t get rid of skin infections?

Consult Now

Tired of hair-fall?

Consult Now

Dandruff not going away?

Consult Now

Related Questions

White dry patch upper right side of lip

3446 Views
I have been having this dry patch of lip on upper right side of lip since a month. No pain, no itch, can' ...Read More

Dry dark patch on upper lip

430 Views
I've had this dark, scaly, dry patch on my upper lip for 2 weeks. No pain or itch, feels very dry and dea ...Read More

Dry itchy and flaky patch on breast

312 Views
I have a dry itchy patch on the the side of the cleavage area almost under my left breast about 3 inches ...Read More

Black mark in chest which I saw today

222 Views
No symptoms I just saw today light black mark in middle of chest no pain no itching what can it be ? I am ...Read More

Red patches spot in penis  and dry

206 Views
Red patches spot in penis area and dryness for few days ...itch sometimes...and get dry usually very ofte ...Read More

Dry Red patch between fingers.

42 Views
Dry and broken skin patches developed between fingers. Patches is not itchy and not burning. It appeared ...Read More

Red spots on skin since today morning

48 Views
Hi Doc pls see the attached picture where I'm having red spots on body from today morning and also facing ...Read More

Red patches on arm and armpit

122 Views
There are red patches on arms and armpits for months.It is itchy sometimes. Please suggest what to do.

2 marks on arms

35 Views
I have developed this last Saturday and today is going to be 8 days. 2 such marks are also on my face alt ...Read More

Red patch on 2 nails

30 Views
Hello i got these red patch sort of thing on my two nail , i recently got my checkups done CBC and ECG a ...Read More
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.