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Red Patches On Skin, Especially Knee And Thigh, Sometimes Pus Filled. Is It Psoriasis?

My daughter is four and a half and very fair skin. She often gets red patches of skin after a tub. Usually concentrated at the back of her knee and thigh. I don't use very hot water in the tub. Just concerned it may be psoriasis because there is a bad family history. But, it's just red not bumpy or pussy and goes away in a few hours
Wed, 22 May 2013
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Welcome to healthcare magic forum
Thank you for your question.'
I am Dr Gaurav Patel ,dermatologist.
I understand your concern regarding your daughter's skin problem
It look like atopic or allergic dermatitis.
Psoriasis presentation is different and does not fade in this manner.
Still clinical examination is must before reaching final diagnosis.
You can apply good moisturizer cream on her skin before and after bath.
Avoid hot water for bath use warm water.
Use glycerin base soap only.
Better to consult dermatologist for proper treatment plan.
I hope i answered your question.
Wish her speedy recovery.
Regards.
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Red Patches On Skin, Especially Knee And Thigh, Sometimes Pus Filled. Is It Psoriasis?

Hello Welcome to healthcare magic forum Thank you for your question. I am Dr Gaurav Patel ,dermatologist. I understand your concern regarding your daughter s skin problem It look like atopic or allergic dermatitis. Psoriasis presentation is different and does not fade in this manner. Still clinical examination is must before reaching final diagnosis. You can apply good moisturizer cream on her skin before and after bath. Avoid hot water for bath use warm water. Use glycerin base soap only. Better to consult dermatologist for proper treatment plan. I hope i answered your question. Wish her speedy recovery. Regards.