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 Rash On Arms And Inner Thighs, Had Several Steroid Treatments. Is It Eczema?
I have a rash on arms and inner thighs. I have had several steroid treatments at my physician office. As soon as I come off steroids the rash comes right back. I m beginning to think it s eczema? Do you have any idea what causes a rash on arms and inner thighs?
Mon, 16 Dec 2013
Hi,
I can understand the concern for rash on arms and inner thighs, had several steroid treatments. You have not mentioned your age, occupation and any relevant history which could have guided us to the nearest possibility.
After reading your history it appears to be two possibilities:
1. Fungal infection: these are map like areas appearing on aforesaid areas.
2.Allergic contact dermatitis: It is due to some contact allergen. You can go for patch test to rule out the exact cause.
For the same you can meet a dermatologist who will guide you properly.
I advise you to not pinch or pop the area otherwise these areas are very prone for getting secondary infection. For time being period you can apply antifungal based cream such as clotrimazole or sertaconazole and take antihistamine tablet such as loratadine or cetrizine.
Do not try to even touch or pinch the area as can cause more aggravation of the problem.
Take care.
I can understand the concern for rash on arms and inner thighs, had several steroid treatments. You have not mentioned your age, occupation and any relevant history which could have guided us to the nearest possibility.
After reading your history it appears to be two possibilities:
1. Fungal infection: these are map like areas appearing on aforesaid areas.
2.Allergic contact dermatitis: It is due to some contact allergen. You can go for patch test to rule out the exact cause.
For the same you can meet a dermatologist who will guide you properly.
I advise you to not pinch or pop the area otherwise these areas are very prone for getting secondary infection. For time being period you can apply antifungal based cream such as clotrimazole or sertaconazole and take antihistamine tablet such as loratadine or cetrizine.
Do not try to even touch or pinch the area as can cause more aggravation of the problem.
Take care.
I find this answer helpful
1 user finds this 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 Skin rash
Loading Online Doctors....