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Suggest Treatment For Rashes On Elbow And Upper Groin Area
I got a rash about four weeks ago. I thought it was poison ivy because I had been in the woods the day before. It was very bad in my elbow, and also on my upper groin. I seen got an inflamed eye and one side of my testicle near the rash became red. Now I have additional rash that looks a little different on my lower legs. The rash on my elbow now just looks like a red welp. That on my groin is lighter, no itch, and almost looks like jock itch. None of it itches now (at first it was horrible) except some at night.
Thu, 11 Feb 2016
Hi Dear,
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of rashes on elbow and upper groin area which seems to be due to contact dermatitis, allergic reaction, psoriasis, skin infection, and fungal infection. Need not to worry. I would suggest you to keep your skin clean and dry , protect it from sun , apply only petroleum jelly. You should avoid touching or pricking your skin with any sharp object. You should take antihistamine like benadryl twice a day. If condition doesn't get well then consult dermatologist for proper examination. Doctor may order certain test like skin patch test , blood test , allergy test and take history to rule out the side effects of certain drug. Doctor may also prescribe antifungal like fluconazole or anti bacterial like clindamycin. Doctor may prescribe immunosuppressants along with anti inflammatory and corticosteroid ointment.
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of rashes on elbow and upper groin area which seems to be due to contact dermatitis, allergic reaction, psoriasis, skin infection, and fungal infection. Need not to worry. I would suggest you to keep your skin clean and dry , protect it from sun , apply only petroleum jelly. You should avoid touching or pricking your skin with any sharp object. You should take antihistamine like benadryl twice a day. If condition doesn't get well then consult dermatologist for proper examination. Doctor may order certain test like skin patch test , blood test , allergy test and take history to rule out the side effects of certain drug. Doctor may also prescribe antifungal like fluconazole or anti bacterial like clindamycin. Doctor may prescribe immunosuppressants along with anti inflammatory and corticosteroid ointment.
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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