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How To Treat Spreading Small Red Spots On My Arms?

I have small red spots on my arms that seem to be spreading. They are a little like blood blisters. If I accidently rub against something they bleed really bad. It looks something like a rash but it is painful now and spreading fast. Should I be concerned? Thank you, Lisa
Thu, 22 Jun 2017
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Dermatologist,  's  Response
Hi.
As per your case history you may be having either allergic contact dermatitis or papular urticaria.
My treatment advice is -
1. Don't scratch the blisters. As it will worsen the condition.
2. Apply a mild antibiotic and steroid combination cream like fusiderm-twice daily.
3. Oral antihistamine like levocetrizine can be taken for itching.
4. Other treatment options are oral antibiotics, oral steroid only taken after consulting a dermatologist.

Thanks.
Dr. Harshit bhachech.
MBBS, DDVL.
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How To Treat Spreading Small Red Spots On My Arms?

Hi. As per your case history you may be having either allergic contact dermatitis or papular urticaria. My treatment advice is - 1. Don t scratch the blisters. As it will worsen the condition. 2. Apply a mild antibiotic and steroid combination cream like fusiderm-twice daily. 3. Oral antihistamine like levocetrizine can be taken for itching. 4. Other treatment options are oral antibiotics, oral steroid only taken after consulting a dermatologist. Thanks. Dr. Harshit bhachech. MBBS, DDVL.