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What Causes Pimple Like Eruptions On The Limbs In An Elderly Person?
Question: My father has a eruption that does not seem to get completely heal. I have a picture of his arm that i will upload. Do i need to worry?
Does it seem cancer?
Does it seem cancer?
Brief Answer:
Relax. The condition is not related to cancer.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Welcome and thanks for posting your query to the forum.
I can understand your concern for the eruptions on your father's skin.
I have diligently analyzed your query and noted your concern. After thoroughly examining the picture let me reassure you first that there is no correlation of any cancer with the eruptions.
These are simple age related eruptions along with bit swelling of the hair roots. These are quite common after the age of 60 years and occur mainly over extricated such as upper and lower limbs.
In my patients with such kind of eruptions I suggest them to have sun protection. Though actively nothing much is required but if there is any itching or irritation then a mild Steroid such as Hydrocortisone or Fluticasone cream could be applied.
I reassure you fully that there is no correlation of cancer with your father's condition.
I hope this helps.
With regards,
Dr Sanjay Kanodia
MD Dermatology
Relax. The condition is not related to cancer.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Welcome and thanks for posting your query to the forum.
I can understand your concern for the eruptions on your father's skin.
I have diligently analyzed your query and noted your concern. After thoroughly examining the picture let me reassure you first that there is no correlation of any cancer with the eruptions.
These are simple age related eruptions along with bit swelling of the hair roots. These are quite common after the age of 60 years and occur mainly over extricated such as upper and lower limbs.
In my patients with such kind of eruptions I suggest them to have sun protection. Though actively nothing much is required but if there is any itching or irritation then a mild Steroid such as Hydrocortisone or Fluticasone cream could be applied.
I reassure you fully that there is no correlation of cancer with your father's condition.
I hope this helps.
With regards,
Dr Sanjay Kanodia
MD Dermatology
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Arnab Banerjee
Thank you so much doctor. Real relief. He is 82 .
Brief Answer:
My best wishes for good health of your father.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Welcome back and thanks for your swift follow up.
I am really happy to know that you are relaxed now. I reassure you again that it today simple condition.
My best wishes for good health of your father.
With regards,
Dr Sanjay Kanodia
MD Dermatology
My best wishes for good health of your father.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Welcome back and thanks for your swift follow up.
I am really happy to know that you are relaxed now. I reassure you again that it today simple condition.
My best wishes for good health of your father.
With regards,
Dr Sanjay Kanodia
MD Dermatology
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Nagamani Ng
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