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What Causes Itching, Rashes And Swelling Of Both Legs?

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Posted on Fri, 2 May 2014
Question: My son 56years old has very bad itching, a rash and swelling on both legs. His doctor, also one other has no ideas. Can you help please. Thanks, XXXXXX.
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Answered by Dr. Praveen Rodrigues (1 hour later)
Brief Answer: Contact dermatitis; patch testing required Detailed Answer: Hi there XXXX. To me, it sounds definitely like an allergic contact dermatitis possibly to something he has come into contact with while out in the forest. Please use a cream containing betamethasone & diprogenta applied twice/daily for 3-5 days together with an antihistamine & this should set right the problem. At 56, possibly foot end elevation of the bed & while sitting will help the circulation too. Once better, please go in for some allergy patch testing with suspected allergen kits. This will give you a clear picture of the allergens including 'diesel' as you pointed out. Good Luck & Godspeed. Dr Praveen Rodrigues MD
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What Causes Itching, Rashes And Swelling Of Both Legs?

Brief Answer: Contact dermatitis; patch testing required Detailed Answer: Hi there XXXX. To me, it sounds definitely like an allergic contact dermatitis possibly to something he has come into contact with while out in the forest. Please use a cream containing betamethasone & diprogenta applied twice/daily for 3-5 days together with an antihistamine & this should set right the problem. At 56, possibly foot end elevation of the bed & while sitting will help the circulation too. Once better, please go in for some allergy patch testing with suspected allergen kits. This will give you a clear picture of the allergens including 'diesel' as you pointed out. Good Luck & Godspeed. Dr Praveen Rodrigues MD