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Suggest Treatment For Itchy Rashes And Swelling In Fingers
Brief Answer:
Likely viral. Symptomatic care for 3 more days, if persistent then workup
Detailed Answer:
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I read your question and i understand your concern. painful itchy rash with fever and swollen fingers for the last 3 to 4 days history is likely viral. It could be a dermatological manifestation of a parasitic infection as well. Or simply acute dermatitis and eczema can explain all that. Apply some topical hydrocortisone over the rash and continue taking benadryl or advil. If the symptoms persists for 72 hours or more still, then get a doctor and let them run some labs and correlate it clinically. No worries, what ever it is, it is easily manageable.
I hope it helps. Take good care of yourself and don't forget to close the discussion please.
Regards
Khan
Likely viral. Symptomatic care for 3 more days, if persistent then workup
Detailed Answer:
Thank you for asking
I read your question and i understand your concern. painful itchy rash with fever and swollen fingers for the last 3 to 4 days history is likely viral. It could be a dermatological manifestation of a parasitic infection as well. Or simply acute dermatitis and eczema can explain all that. Apply some topical hydrocortisone over the rash and continue taking benadryl or advil. If the symptoms persists for 72 hours or more still, then get a doctor and let them run some labs and correlate it clinically. No worries, what ever it is, it is easily manageable.
I hope it helps. Take good care of yourself and don't forget to close the discussion please.
Regards
Khan
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