What Causes Red Colored Skin Rash On Arms?

Posted on Sat, 21 Mar 2015

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Question : My mother has redness on her skin near where shots are normally given (median cubital vein?) on both arms. It looks like a very bad skin rash. Any ideas what it may be?

Answered by Dr. Saumya Mittal (4 hours later)

Brief Answer:
3 possible causes

Detailed Answer:
Hi
I am Dr Mittal. I have read your query. I think I would be able to help you.
The symptoms of the query are quite suggestive of
1. The possibility of a infection has to be considered.
2. Rash secondary to a cosmetics or some new garment or any new thing in her environment is a possible cause.
3. Possibility of a redness during the period when she keeps her arm bent is always possible, like while sleeping. The sweat may accumulate and cause the redness.

you can try applying a combination of antifungal and steroid cream. I would recommend a visit to the dermatologist.

I have tried to make it as simple as possible. I hope that the information helps you. Please feel free to contact us for more information. Best of luck. Dr Mittal.

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