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What Causes Itching On Legs?
Question: Aloha Dr.
I'm a Dad... Daughters legs continuously itches... Looks like Mosquito Bites / bumps.. Daughter had hysterectomy... I'm trying to help....ONLY ON HER LEGS (BOTH)...Concerned and Worried Father...
I'm a Dad... Daughters legs continuously itches... Looks like Mosquito Bites / bumps.. Daughter had hysterectomy... I'm trying to help....ONLY ON HER LEGS (BOTH)...Concerned and Worried Father...
Brief Answer:
Pictures requested
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thank you for posting on HCM.
From your description it looks like your daughter is having papular urticaria, a form of skin allergy to insects/mosquitoes but its too difficult to say anything specific in absence of clinical examination. Therefore for accurate diagnosis, I would suggest you to upload some good clinical photo to me.
You can also mail pictures to YYYY@YYYY with the subject titled 'Attn : Dr Hardik Pitroda'.
Thank you
Dr Hardik Pitroda
Pictures requested
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thank you for posting on HCM.
From your description it looks like your daughter is having papular urticaria, a form of skin allergy to insects/mosquitoes but its too difficult to say anything specific in absence of clinical examination. Therefore for accurate diagnosis, I would suggest you to upload some good clinical photo to me.
You can also mail pictures to YYYY@YYYY with the subject titled 'Attn : Dr Hardik Pitroda'.
Thank you
Dr Hardik Pitroda
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Vaishalee Punj
Thank you Dr. Pitroda,
I will ask her to send you some pictures. I am pretty sure that they are not Insect bites. These "bumps and itches" come and go throughout the day.( Her home is immaculate.) As I have mentioned previously, the "BUMPS" are on both Legs only.(Maybe up to 50 "bumps" on each side). I'm concerned (like any parent) because I can see this condition affecting her emotionally.
I will ask her to send you some pictures. I am pretty sure that they are not Insect bites. These "bumps and itches" come and go throughout the day.( Her home is immaculate.) As I have mentioned previously, the "BUMPS" are on both Legs only.(Maybe up to 50 "bumps" on each side). I'm concerned (like any parent) because I can see this condition affecting her emotionally.
Brief Answer:
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Detailed Answer:
ok i will revert as soon as I get the pictures.
Thank you
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Detailed Answer:
ok i will revert as soon as I get the pictures.
Thank you
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
Pictures sent to the following YYYY@YYYY
Thank you for your help.
Thank you for your help.
Brief Answer:
Topical hydrocortisone and fusidic acid
Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thank you for the pictures.
From the review its seems she has go some allergic dermatitis over legs.
It could be due to some insects lie mosquitoes or can be due to waxing or shaving of legs.
In any case, the treatment remains more or less the same.
I would suggest her to apply a cream containing hydrocortisone and fusidic acid twice a day over affected areas. Also apply a soothing calamine and liquid parrafin lotion for faster relief.
Take antihistaminics like Benadryl to relieve itching.
Avoid scratching/picking of lesions.
I am sure you will be fine soon with the treatment highlighted.
Thank you
Dr Hardik Pitroda
Topical hydrocortisone and fusidic acid
Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thank you for the pictures.
From the review its seems she has go some allergic dermatitis over legs.
It could be due to some insects lie mosquitoes or can be due to waxing or shaving of legs.
In any case, the treatment remains more or less the same.
I would suggest her to apply a cream containing hydrocortisone and fusidic acid twice a day over affected areas. Also apply a soothing calamine and liquid parrafin lotion for faster relief.
Take antihistaminics like Benadryl to relieve itching.
Avoid scratching/picking of lesions.
I am sure you will be fine soon with the treatment highlighted.
Thank you
Dr Hardik Pitroda
Note: Hope the answers resolves your concerns, however for further guidance of skin related queries consult our Dermatologist.Click here to book a consultation
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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