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What Causes A Red Rash On The Hand?
I woke up with a red mark on the inside of my arm, it s circular and almost looks like a hickey. It s not itchy nor does it look like any bites inside of it. It s in the inside crease of elbow. I did have peppermint oil on my skin, but have used it in the past. Any idea what could have caused this?
Tue, 23 May 2017
Hello, my name is Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi. I understand your concern.
I think that your symptoms are related to contact dermatitis.
Some advices that I can give to you are :
1)Wash your skin with mild soap and cool water.
2)use a hydrocortisone cream may be all you need for relief.
3)apply a cold moist compress for 30 minutes, three times a day.
4)moisturizers on it several times a day to help restore the protective layer.
Hope my answer was helpful, if you have any other questions I'll be glad to help, thanks!
I think that your symptoms are related to contact dermatitis.
Some advices that I can give to you are :
1)Wash your skin with mild soap and cool water.
2)use a hydrocortisone cream may be all you need for relief.
3)apply a cold moist compress for 30 minutes, three times a day.
4)moisturizers on it several times a day to help restore the protective layer.
Hope my answer was helpful, if you have any other questions I'll be glad to help, thanks!
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