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Persistent Itching with Darkened Skin
I have been experiencing itching in three areas: under my arms (armpits), the back side of my foot, and on my leg. The itching is sometimes very intense and sometimes mild or not present.
In these areas, the skin has become dark/blackish in color. The itching comes and goes, but the skin discoloration remains.
There is no constant pain, but the itching can be uncomfortable when it occurs.
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Your description is detailed albeit the pics are not top notch.
There appear to be 3 separate issues albeit a common factor like dry skin may link then all and chronic scratching can lead to the darkening and thickening of skin you describe.
However to give you a clear picture and provide a good management plan, more details will be required including medical, personal, family history together with some more clear pics of the affected area.
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Good cover with an antihistamine for a few days till the root cause of the itch is isolated.
Treatment of contacts if afflicted is important as is the management of Fomites.
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Its treatable, also provide a detailed history of whether it occurs more in night or day? And many questions need to be asked before dispensing medications
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Kindly consult me for proper medications
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Dr. Sonia Tekchandani
Dermatologist
40 yrs exp
Mumbai
Hello, would require online consultation with Doctor. Need to take detailed history for proper evaluation. Can suggest medication accordingly.
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Dr. Dhavala Guna Sagarika
Dermatologist
8 yrs exp
Srikakulam
Images are not clear. Detailed history and clear images are required for correct diagnosis and treatment.
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kindly book online consultation for proper management
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Dr. Rashmi Naldeega
Aesthetic Dermatologist
12 yrs exp
Delhi
Kindly consult online for further examination and proper treatment
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Dr. Rahul Trivedi
Dermatology
1 yrs exp
Gulbarga
Hi
It's not very clear to suggest anything
Opt for consultation so that we can provide a tailored treatment for you
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Dr. Rashmi Nandwana
Dermatologist
19 yrs exp
Noida
Kindly consult online with pictures for proper assessment and detailed prescription.
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Dr. Moin Ahmad Siddiqui
Dermatologist
6 yrs exp
Lucknow
Consult online for proper evaluation and treatment
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Dr. Ankur Yadav
Dermatologist
10 yrs exp
Delhi
From the description, it looks like you are suffering from chronic itch leading to thickening and darkening of the skin in that area.
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Kindly get it checked by a dermatologist.
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Keeping the area moisturised and resisting itching/scratching can help reduce pigmentation and thickness in the long run.
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Dr. Arpita
Dermatologist
15 yrs exp
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 & guidance.
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