Download FREE Practo app
Get ₹200 HealthCash
Spreading boils and open wounds on legs
My grandmother had translucent boils on her feet. These boils burst and the skin under them appears pink and oozes a lot of pus. The open wounds don't seem to heal and have spread from feet to knees, thighs and back. She was on Atarax for months but it did not help. Please suggest, what could be the cause ? How can we cure this ?
Answers (1)
Like the answers? Consult privately with the doctor of your choice
There can be multiple reasons for such a problem. It can be due to infection or due to diseases like pemphigus . The diagnosis can be correctly made only after seeing them and examining them
Next Steps
please consult a dermatologist in person at the earliest and get it treated
Health Tips
Atarax is just an antihistamine and it works only for allergy and itching. In this case it is not enough to correct the present problem. Depending on the cause your grandmother may sometimes even need to be treated with steroids
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Articles you may like
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.
The question asked on this page is a free question. You can ask a free health question by downloading the Practo app.
Articles you may like
Tell us what's troubling you
Tell us what's troubling you
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.