Dry Itchy Patches On Arms- 1145 Questions Answered

I am having firstly redness in both arms upper joints, then after a few days it becomes dry patches and then the skin becomes normal. What to do now?. Any serious disease?.

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Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

Don't worry...you are suffering from seborrheic dermatitis causing this red rashes and dryness.. Specific medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online con ... Read More

I am getting lot of itchy red color patches on my arm. I am not able to control itching on the same. This is on both arms till elbow.. now looks like spreading. I am using ice wrapped in cloth for controlling the itching. What to do, any home remedies ?

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Dr. Shaurya Rohatgi Dermatologist | Mumbai

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Dry skin patches seen in legs and arms as shown in attached picture. What can be done to get rid of these patches?

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Dr. Khushpreet Kaur Mann Dermatologist | Delhi

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It's xerosis.. Please regularly use moisturising creams.. use syndet bars instead of soaps.. if not resolved get a direct consultation for proper management ... Read More

I have a dry itchy patch on my hand that seems to be growing in area. I would like to know what it is

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Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

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U r suffering from psoriasis..Need specific medicine.... Do direct online consultation by sending more clear photos, otherwise meet me at my clinic, for accurate diagnosis and treatment ... Read More

Itching dry patches in and around my butt crack. Started almost a month ago with one patch which now has become more than 5. its very itchy, dry and scaly. the patches are black in colour.

Asked for Male, 30 Years 289 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

Use DK gel twice daily, along with the following medicine.... Please send photos of the affected part for accurate diagnosis and treatment.. Consult privately or online for detailed information and p ... Read More

Dry itchy patch on the skin on my lower leg. It itches at times, but the dry scaly patch is always there.

Asked for Female, 26 Years 111 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

Don't worry...you are suffering from allergic dermatitis causing discoid eczema... Specific medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for ... Read More

I have these dry itchy patches on scrotum, i have been using the quadriderm RF Cream for temporary but after using it i get some relief for some time but they do come back. it is actual white dry patches on scrotum and very itchy at times

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Dr. Ajay Pal Singh Sexologist | Delhi

Take my ayurvedic treatment.. Its 100% safe and guaranteed.. To get rid of this problem permanently.. To live a healthy life... ... Read More

Dry and itchy patches in lower part of body. Small white dry patches especially in thighs and leg . I do moistorize my skin every day. And even i do take care of hygiene things for my skin .

Asked for Female, 29 Years 93 Views v

Dr. Manoj Agarwala Dermatologist | Raipur

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Greetings. There can be few medical conditions associated with such presentation and should be ruled out by meeting a Dermatologist. The information provided is limited. A thorough history and clinic ... Read More

I have this round circle size patch on my hand.. It looks dry but kind of itchy.. As i have noticed increasing day by day. No one in my family has this earlier could any one please tell me what should i avoid and which ointment or tablets shall i take?

Asked for Female, 29 Years 131 Views v

Dr. Shivanu Mathon Dermatologist | Ludhiana

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Consult online for further treatment ... Read More

I have a dry and itchy patch under the left leg foot. It's of one inch and red in colour. There is no inflammation. Itching generally happens in the night or when have sweaty feet due to walking. Have applied only coconut oil. Please let me know of any cream, which can cure it. Thank you

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Dr. Sandeep Gupta Dermatologist | Delhi

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Apply moisturizing cream regularly ... Read More

Hello Doctor, I am writing about a skin concern on my upper arms. I did my first ever body waxing on 12th September. About 5 days later, from last week onwards, I started noticing very small, rough bumps on both upper arms which look like "chicken skin". The texture feels rough and bumpy to touch. There is mild redness but no severe itching, no pus

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Dr. Hiteshwar Singh Kalsi Dermatologist | Gautam Buddh Nagar

Yes l, you are right. It could be post-wax Folliculitis or KP. But you need to get it thoroughly checked by a dermatologist. And secondly, yes there are treatment options available and ways to prevent ... Read More

Offlate, I have been experiencing extremely dry mouth n itchy palms. Is it due to my age? Perimenopause or something serious underlying issue? I'm very worried. Kindly help

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Dr. Anuj Mothsra General Practitioner | Jhunjhunu

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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management ... Read More

Hi i am dealing with this problem for past one month first a red patch appears sometimes on neck sometimes on hand sometimes on back mostly ok neck and then it starts to get itchy and then disappears after 20/30 mins but the time its there it becomes super itchy is this some kind of serious problem please help and next steps thankyou attaching few

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Asked for Male, 26 Years 42 Views v

Dr. Shama Naaz Dermatologist | Nagpur

Hello, Thank you for your query. • Based on the information provided, it is difficult to suggest the most appropriate treatment without a proper assessment, as several skin conditions can appear sim ... Read More

For 2 months now, i am having inflamed, dry, red and itchy lips.. and i have seen dry discoloured pathes on my eye lid, on cbeeks, now slightly appearing on cornera of my nose too.. my lips and face are facing extreme dryneas and itchy. Pls help. Have consulted 2 dermats. They prescribed antibiotics, ateroid cream for lips but nothing seemed to be

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Asked for Female, 39 Years 26 Views v

Dr. Koolla Shireesha Dermatologist | Hyderabad

Hello detailed history is needed with clear photographs ..please consult online for further management ... Read More

From last few months I am having red itchy patches on inside soft part of arms and upper legs, one or two on lower legs back side. What could be the reason?

Asked for Female, 30 Years 33 Views v

Dr. Anuj Mothsra General Practitioner | Jhunjhunu

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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management ... Read More

Hello I am attaching a pic. One is a patch on my stomach. Similarly there are 8 to 9 patches around there. Like on the stomach groin area on the waist area and also near the chest. Kindly please tell me what exactly it is. Also attached prescription. Are those medicines enough to cure the disease? Is this tinea corporis or psoriasis or any other in

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Asked for Male, 31 Years 39 Views v

Dr. Pushpa Madhavrao Tidke Dermatologist | Pune

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Yes It's looks like Tinea Above prescription will work but for complete recovery you need to add some extra cream Contact for consultation ... Read More

Hello I am attaching a pic. One is a patch on my stomach. Similarly there are 8 to 9 patches around there. Like on the stomach groin area on the waist area and also near the chest. Kindly please tell me what exactly it is. Also attached prescription. Are those medicines enough to cure the disease? Is this tinea corporis or psoriasis or any other in

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Asked for Male, 31 Years 52 Views v

Dr. Chaithra H General Physician | Bangalore

Fungal infection ... Read More

Hello I am attaching a pic. This patch has been there for many days not only near the groin area. But on the stomach chest area multiple spots are there nearly 8 to 10 . and also near the private part. Is this any infection or psoriasis?

Asked for Male, 31 Years 85 Views v

Dr. Sujata Maurya Dermatologist | Bareilly

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Its a yeast infection Detailed medical history needs to be assessed before starting you on your personalised treatment Kindly share a clear picture in good lighting of affected areas ... Read More

Hello I am attaching a pic. This patch has been there for many days not only near the groin area. But on the stomach chest area multiple spots are there nearly 8 to 10 . and also near the private part. Is this any infection or psoriasis?

Asked for Male, 31 Years 79 Views v

Dr. Sushma Shah General Physician | Vadodara

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INCOMPLETE QUERY. ANY HISTORY OF ITCH CONSULT SUPERSPECIALIST LIKE DERMATOLOGIST. ... Read More

My son 3 year 6 month old suffering from dry skin intially doc gave ointment from which it Dry skin recovery but later small red bumps started appearing he gave other cream with which medication itching bumps increasing more please help

Asked for Female, 34 Years 34 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

My 14months okd baby having this type of sopts and patches on all over body and itz itchy also what is it? Kindly suggest what i apply on body to cure faster?

Asked for Female, 32 Years 35 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

Skin dry patches on legs and hands and back side of body Am suffering with this over 5 years Patches are going and coming help to find which dieases is this?

Asked for Male, 24 Years 29 Views v

Dr. Moin Ahmad Siddiqui Trichologist | Lucknow

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I am having a itchy patch on one of the side of my neck from last week or so and it is not going away. What could be the reason and treatment for this?

Asked for Female, 35 Years 38 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

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Almost every night i get red patches on my skin all over body and the temperature is extreme high and also the patches are not itchy but the patches are extremely big and red and only comes at night

Asked for Female, 25 Years 109 Views v

Dr. Richa Chopra Dermatologist | Delhi

It can be urticaria. Kindly consult a dermatologist for a proper treatment ... Read More

My toe thumb is extremely dry and itchy and. I don't know what to apply, i tried putting vaseling, earlier it was just dead black skin coming. I tried scrubbing it, it got worse, now it is itchy , painful and extremely dry, what can be the reason. And what should i apply to get a relief.

Asked for Female, 25 Years 40 Views v

Dr. Bhumika Mahawar Dermatologist | Dehradun

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Apply moisturiser regularly And further evaluation and pictures are required ... Read More

Dry and broken skin patches developed between fingers. Patches is not itchy and not burning. It appeared suddenly last week. I have attached photo. It appears like eczema of hand. Kindly help

Asked for Male, 19 Years 64 Views v

Dr. Bhumika Mahawar Dermatologist | Dehradun

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Do you work with detergents Use a moisturiser ... Read More

Since 2-3days I have red spots in my arms and legs it's itching not able to sleep I have attached the photo also

Asked for Female, 26 Years 88 Views v

Dr. Rajesh L Pathi Dermatologist | Bangalore

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Upperlids of right eye have become very dry since a month. I feel stretching and itchy. Skin feels heavy and due to dryness wrinkles have appeared. Do suggest some medicines

Asked for Male, 43 Years 82 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

Every time I shower i get red itchy patches on my chest and stomach.Nothing hapoens to hands or legs What is this condintion?

Asked for Male, 24 Years 45 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

Don't worry...you are suffering from cholinergic urticaria causing red rash after bath... Specific medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultat ... Read More

My mother has developed a dark, dry, hardened patch on her neck. Not painful but it looks like a skin condition.

Asked for Female, 62 Years 80 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

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I am having firstly redness in both arms upper joints, then after a few days it becomes dry patches and then the skin becomes normal. What to do now?. Any serious disease?.

I am getting lot of itchy red color patches on my arm. I am not able to control itching on the same. This is on both arms till elbow.. now looks like spreading. I am using ice wrapped in cloth for controlling the itching. What to do, any home remedies ?

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I have a dry itchy patch on my hand that seems to be growing in area. I would like to know what it is

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Dry and itchy patches in lower part of body. Small white dry patches especially in thighs and leg . I do moistorize my skin every day. And even i do take care of hygiene things for my skin .

I have this round circle size patch on my hand.. It looks dry but kind of itchy.. As i have noticed increasing day by day. No one in my family has this earlier could any one please tell me what should i avoid and which ointment or tablets shall i take?

I have a dry and itchy patch under the left leg foot. It's of one inch and red in colour. There is no inflammation. Itching generally happens in the night or when have sweaty feet due to walking. Have applied only coconut oil. Please let me know of any cream, which can cure it. Thank you

Offlate, I have been experiencing extremely dry mouth n itchy palms. Is it due to my age? Perimenopause or something serious underlying issue? I'm very worried. Kindly help

From last few months I am having red itchy patches on inside soft part of arms and upper legs, one or two on lower legs back side. What could be the reason?

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My son 3 year 6 month old suffering from dry skin intially doc gave ointment from which it Dry skin recovery but later small red bumps started appearing he gave other cream with which medication itching bumps increasing more please help

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Almost every night i get red patches on my skin all over body and the temperature is extreme high and also the patches are not itchy but the patches are extremely big and red and only comes at night

My toe thumb is extremely dry and itchy and. I don't know what to apply, i tried putting vaseling, earlier it was just dead black skin coming. I tried scrubbing it, it got worse, now it is itchy , painful and extremely dry, what can be the reason. And what should i apply to get a relief.

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