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Itchy Rash On Legs. Recurring After Finishing Methylprednisolone. Bruises Now, Aching Legs. Is It Contact Dermatitis ?
I'm 63, 153lbs and 5'10". Started getting an itchy rash on my legs in August. My doc prescribed oral methylprednisolone as well as topical Mometasone Furoate cream which started to take the itching and rash away. But it's coming back after finishing the methylprednisolone. Then last evening as my cat walked on my lap, every place he stepped on my thighs ached. Today I noticed bruises matching every place his paws stepped. They're not dark bruises, but they're bruises none the less and my legs are aching when I walk. I don't know if this is all related. As far as the rash I mentioned previously, I believe contact dermatitis can be ruled out as I've made changes in everything that could have been the cause. Any ideas?
Mon, 2 Dec 2013
Hi,
I can understand your concern for the multiple of problems.
In my opinion it appears to allergic contact dermatitis. In this condition there are eruptions along with moderate itching and in more aggravated cases there is appearance of more redness. In this condition a thorough history of contact allergens are to be taken and accordingly a specific diagnostic technique known as patch test is to be undertaken.
I suggest you to undergo patch test under dermatological guidance for best possible cause.
I suggest you to apply medium to high potency steroid cream application because are best effective in these condition. I would have opted for either mometasone or clobetasol cream.
I can understand your concern for the multiple of problems.
In my opinion it appears to allergic contact dermatitis. In this condition there are eruptions along with moderate itching and in more aggravated cases there is appearance of more redness. In this condition a thorough history of contact allergens are to be taken and accordingly a specific diagnostic technique known as patch test is to be undertaken.
I suggest you to undergo patch test under dermatological guidance for best possible cause.
I suggest you to apply medium to high potency steroid cream application because are best effective in these condition. I would have opted for either mometasone or clobetasol cream.
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