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What Causes Swollen Ankle With A Bulls-eye Type Rash And Severe Itching?

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Posted on Fri, 9 May 2014
Question: I have a swollen left ankle with a bullseye type rash and severe itching. I worked in the yard yesterday and itching started last night! What should I do?
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Answered by Dr. T Chandrakant (35 minutes later)
Brief Answer: Antihistamine, antibiotic cover Detailed Answer: Hi. Thanks for your query. The swollen ankle with bulls-eye type rash with severe itching is suggestive of an insect bite. Noted Your Medical History ,which says you are diabetic and has other medical problems. This makes me worry as there are chances of more complication than anticipated in a patient who does not have diabetes. I would suggest you to consult a Doctor , start an antibiotic cover to prevent secondary infection, antihistamine to reduce the allergic reaction and itching. Elevate the leg above the heart level in a lying down position to reduce the edema. Check the blood sugar level today. Wish you an early recovery
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What Causes Swollen Ankle With A Bulls-eye Type Rash And Severe Itching?

Brief Answer: Antihistamine, antibiotic cover Detailed Answer: Hi. Thanks for your query. The swollen ankle with bulls-eye type rash with severe itching is suggestive of an insect bite. Noted Your Medical History ,which says you are diabetic and has other medical problems. This makes me worry as there are chances of more complication than anticipated in a patient who does not have diabetes. I would suggest you to consult a Doctor , start an antibiotic cover to prevent secondary infection, antihistamine to reduce the allergic reaction and itching. Elevate the leg above the heart level in a lying down position to reduce the edema. Check the blood sugar level today. Wish you an early recovery