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Suggest Treatment For Painful Itchy Rashes On The Chest And Groin Area

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Posted on Tue, 10 Jan 2017
Question: Hi I am a 63 year old woman who has mild psoriasis--a bit on elbows and scalp-- seeing a dermatologist - last week I developed a painful itchy rash with hot red skin on my chest and both groin sided-- can't see dermatologist until tomorrow -- nothing helps the pain and itch except benadryl --have tried topical ointments and creams
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Answered by Dr. Klarida Papaqako (3 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Please upload a photo

Detailed Answer:
Hello,

Thank you for using HCM to post your question.
I read it carefully and I understand your concern.

Can you please upload a picture of the rash in our system?
I want to rule out a celulitis. Do you have fever?

You will be fine until tomorrow with Benadryl. Use it as needed.
If the rash is celulitis you will need to use antibiotics but the doctor tomorrow will determine if you need those or not.

Menawhile let me see a photo so I can understand if it is safe to apply a steroid cream or if only moisturising cream will be ok.

Looking forward to your follow up question.

Regards,
Dr.Papaqako
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Suggest Treatment For Painful Itchy Rashes On The Chest And Groin Area

Brief Answer: Please upload a photo Detailed Answer: Hello, Thank you for using HCM to post your question. I read it carefully and I understand your concern. Can you please upload a picture of the rash in our system? I want to rule out a celulitis. Do you have fever? You will be fine until tomorrow with Benadryl. Use it as needed. If the rash is celulitis you will need to use antibiotics but the doctor tomorrow will determine if you need those or not. Menawhile let me see a photo so I can understand if it is safe to apply a steroid cream or if only moisturising cream will be ok. Looking forward to your follow up question. Regards, Dr.Papaqako