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What Causes Recurrent Small Red Spots On Legs?
Question: Since some years ago small red spots appear on both of my legs (above the knee). Eventually they become brown and then disappear without any intervention but new ones start to appear and the cycle repeats.
Brief Answer:
Residual pigmentation following hair follicle infection
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Welcome to this site!
I am Dr V XXXXXXX a Sr Consultant Dermatologist.
I have analyzed the complaints and reviewed the pics in the light of your concerns.
The problem should not pose much difficulty in handling. On magnifying images, one could note that most of the lesions are located around the hair follicles but there is no pus collection or oozing from them.
On the basis if history and visual impression, these match a low grade infection having occurred in the past which led to deposition of pigmentation in the infected location, a common response in many individuals while lesions heal.
Let me suggest you some measures that will minimize the chances of recurrences as well as hasten clearance of dark spots:
1 Most patients with similar presentation respond to application of Mupirocin cream application. Once a day suffices for the most.
2 Improved hygiene like paying greater attention while taking a bath and allowing sweat to evaporate quickly are other helpful measures.
3 Anti-oxidants containing Vitamins C and E are known to help in early resolution.
4 Ensure that blood sugar levels are within normal range.
By adopting such measures, one can greatly improve the chances of success at preventing the infection and also facilitating faster recovery if that has already occurred.
I will be glad to hear that you have benefited from the suggestions.
Our best wishes!
Residual pigmentation following hair follicle infection
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Welcome to this site!
I am Dr V XXXXXXX a Sr Consultant Dermatologist.
I have analyzed the complaints and reviewed the pics in the light of your concerns.
The problem should not pose much difficulty in handling. On magnifying images, one could note that most of the lesions are located around the hair follicles but there is no pus collection or oozing from them.
On the basis if history and visual impression, these match a low grade infection having occurred in the past which led to deposition of pigmentation in the infected location, a common response in many individuals while lesions heal.
Let me suggest you some measures that will minimize the chances of recurrences as well as hasten clearance of dark spots:
1 Most patients with similar presentation respond to application of Mupirocin cream application. Once a day suffices for the most.
2 Improved hygiene like paying greater attention while taking a bath and allowing sweat to evaporate quickly are other helpful measures.
3 Anti-oxidants containing Vitamins C and E are known to help in early resolution.
4 Ensure that blood sugar levels are within normal range.
By adopting such measures, one can greatly improve the chances of success at preventing the infection and also facilitating faster recovery if that has already occurred.
I will be glad to hear that you have benefited from the suggestions.
Our best wishes!
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Arnab Banerjee
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Brief Answer:
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Always welcome
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It has been a pleasure interacting with you.
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Arnab Banerjee
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