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Suggest Treatment For Swollen And Itchy Ankle

An area on my ankle started itching and later got swollen. It developed some boils there, then burst. Became painful, slightly red coloured puss oozing out .Then form a scalp. The area remained red and painful n then black . The scale fall off and the problem goes on n on . Also it has become imminently infectious to other areas like neck, wrist, between fingers and. More parts of the leg. As it is contagious I feel to clean up and that makes me sit up at night.
Tue, 5 Jan 2016
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have swollen and itchy ankle. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like poison ivy, oak, and sumac , hypertension , kidney disease, venous insufficiency , insect bites , allergic reaction or psoriasis . I would suggest you to apply cold compresses , drink plenty of water and take anti histamine like benadryl twice a day . If condition doesn't get well then consult general practitioner for proper examination . Doctor may order blood tests , urine test and physical examination . Doctor may prescribe allopurinol , immunosuppressants along with anti inflammatory . Doctor may also refer you to nephrologist for kidney disease .

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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Suggest Treatment For Swollen And Itchy Ankle

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have swollen and itchy ankle. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like poison ivy, oak, and sumac , hypertension , kidney disease, venous insufficiency , insect bites , allergic reaction or psoriasis . I would suggest you to apply cold compresses , drink plenty of water and take anti histamine like benadryl twice a day . If condition doesn t get well then consult general practitioner for proper examination . Doctor may order blood tests , urine test and physical examination . Doctor may prescribe allopurinol , immunosuppressants along with anti inflammatory . Doctor may also refer you to nephrologist for kidney disease . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari