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What Can Cause Itchiness And Bruise On Upper Back?

Hi, I have a non healing bruise on my upper back. I went to see a dermatologist and she told me that maybe related to the hernia in my upper spine. She didn t run any tests and didn t see further examination necessary. I felt very relieved. But now, it has been more than 3 months and it is still not healing. It is scratching from time to time and hurts when it s scrubbed. Should I get a second opinion from another dermatologist? Thanks in advance.
Fri, 23 Jun 2017
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Hi.
As per your case history of itching lesion on upper back, my treatment advice is -
1. The bruise may not be related to hernia, it maybe a condition called as macular amyloidosis.
2. Don't itch as itching will only worsen the condition.
3. Apply a mild topical steroid cream like betamethasone valerate twice daily. Oral antihistamine like levocetrizine can be taken for itching.
4. It is better to consult a dermatologist for perfect diagnosis and treatment.

Thanks.
Dr. Harshit bhachech.
MBBS, DDVL.
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What Can Cause Itchiness And Bruise On Upper Back?

Hi. As per your case history of itching lesion on upper back, my treatment advice is - 1. The bruise may not be related to hernia, it maybe a condition called as macular amyloidosis. 2. Don t itch as itching will only worsen the condition. 3. Apply a mild topical steroid cream like betamethasone valerate twice daily. Oral antihistamine like levocetrizine can be taken for itching. 4. It is better to consult a dermatologist for perfect diagnosis and treatment. Thanks. Dr. Harshit bhachech. MBBS, DDVL.