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Itching and rashes on skin
Hi Dr,
My mother is suffering from itching problem and due to that there is red rashes on leg and hand.
It is itching a lot, tried to use candid powder and lotion too but nothing helped.. can't go and show to any Dr offline due to corona. Please respond to this question as she is really suffering a lot due to this. The itching is happening basically on lower portion.Pls help.
Thanks in advance for replying.
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Don't worry... she's suffering from allergic dermatitis causing this itchy skin... Specific medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for detailed prescription by sending photos.
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If the rashes are coming ang going she might be having Urticaria and taking tab levocetrizine 5mg once or daily might help in reducing the itching. If u r planning for cure then consult a proper dermatologist.
If the patches are ring shaped, then it could be fungal and taking medications for itching wont help unless the fungus is treated.
Next Steps
visit a dermatologist
Health Tips
apply moisturiser immediately after bath on moist skin after pat drying with towel.
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