Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
Have A Bump In The Leg. No Medication Till Now. What Could Be The Reason?
Hello, i recently found a bump upon my leg that I at first thought to be a bug bite, but then as a little time went on I noticed that on top of this bump sever little roundish bumps had appeared in the shape of a c or a u... was wondering if you had any idea what it might be? I have one picture of it, if it is necessary I can send the picture... don't know how tho
Fri, 21 Jun 2013
Hi
Welcome to Healthcare Magic Forum
Looks like you have developed a lesion of Vector dermatitis, also known as Paederus dermatitis.
Paederus dermatitis is a peculiar, irritant contact dermatitis characterized by a sudden onset of red lesions on exposed areas of the body.
The disease is provoked by an insect belonging to the genus Paederus.
Now as in your case the lesion is persisting since 4 days, you need to apply an antibiotic/steroidcombination cream over the lesion twice a day.
Take oral antihistamine like levocetrizine once a day to decrease the swelling .
Do not use any moisturizer over the lesion till the time the lesion heals
Hope it helps
Wishing you speedy recovery
Dr Geetika Paul
Welcome to Healthcare Magic Forum
Looks like you have developed a lesion of Vector dermatitis, also known as Paederus dermatitis.
Paederus dermatitis is a peculiar, irritant contact dermatitis characterized by a sudden onset of red lesions on exposed areas of the body.
The disease is provoked by an insect belonging to the genus Paederus.
Now as in your case the lesion is persisting since 4 days, you need to apply an antibiotic/steroidcombination cream over the lesion twice a day.
Take oral antihistamine like levocetrizine once a day to decrease the swelling .
Do not use any moisturizer over the lesion till the time the lesion heals
Hope it helps
Wishing you speedy recovery
Dr Geetika Paul
I find this answer helpful
Note: Hope the answers resolves your concerns, however for further guidance of skin related queries consult our Dermatologist.Click here to book a consultation
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Recent questions on Paederus dermatitis
Loading Online Doctors....