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I've Been Having A Rash That Has Been Spreading Around

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Posted on Fri, 4 Dec 2020
Question: I've been having a rash that has been spreading around my forearm and a bit on my hand. I was wondering if it is something serious.
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Answered by Dr. Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Probably dermatitis, kindly more information is needed

Detailed Answer:
Hello dear and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.

Your symptoms seem to be related to dermatitis.
A photo would be very helpful through the diagnosis.
Other information that I may need are:
Is the rash itchy?
Have you changed soaps or detergents lately?
Does anything trigger the rash?
I will be waiting for your response to help you better.
Meanwhile, I suggest to use an antihistamine such as Cetirizine 10 mg to relieve the rash.
I also suggest using Calamine lotion for local application.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Kind regards!

Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi
General &Family Physician
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I've Been Having A Rash That Has Been Spreading Around

Brief Answer: Probably dermatitis, kindly more information is needed Detailed Answer: Hello dear and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Your symptoms seem to be related to dermatitis. A photo would be very helpful through the diagnosis. Other information that I may need are: Is the rash itchy? Have you changed soaps or detergents lately? Does anything trigger the rash? I will be waiting for your response to help you better. Meanwhile, I suggest to use an antihistamine such as Cetirizine 10 mg to relieve the rash. I also suggest using Calamine lotion for local application. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Kind regards! Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi General &Family Physician