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What Causes Bumps On Legs,arms And Chest Causing Itching Sensation?
Hi. We just got back from spending the winter in Florida and are now back in Upstate New York. I have come down with a lot of bumps which look like bug bites all over my legs, arms, and chest. My husband doesn t have any of these symptoms. I have washed everything thinking that it may be something in the clothes, linens etc... to no avail. They itch and seem to be getting worse. Should I see a doctor about it? Thank you.
Wed, 29 Jun 2022
Hello,
You are suffering from bumps on legs, arms and chest causing you itchiness and discomfort after your Florida trip. Your symptoms are indicative of allergic reaction to pollen, dander, pollution, smoke, water sensitivity, etc. It can also be due to some food you took that did not suit you and now you are having an allergic response. No worries, you can apply a thin layer of ointment hydrocortisone on the area affected to get rid of itching and spread.
Taking non sedative antihistamine orally may help, take one tablet once daily for 3-5 days. Wear loose cotton clothes, wash clothes frequently in hot water. Do not touch, scratch or pop the bumps. Take care of your hygiene. Take food that do not cause you allergy. Avoid oily, fried or processed food for a couple of days. Take adequate water and fluid to flush out toxin. You should get relieve in 24-48 hours but if the symptoms remain persistent (it can be dermatitis or other medical condition) or get worse, you should urgently visit ER, you may need medical support.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Nupur K., General & Family Physician
You are suffering from bumps on legs, arms and chest causing you itchiness and discomfort after your Florida trip. Your symptoms are indicative of allergic reaction to pollen, dander, pollution, smoke, water sensitivity, etc. It can also be due to some food you took that did not suit you and now you are having an allergic response. No worries, you can apply a thin layer of ointment hydrocortisone on the area affected to get rid of itching and spread.
Taking non sedative antihistamine orally may help, take one tablet once daily for 3-5 days. Wear loose cotton clothes, wash clothes frequently in hot water. Do not touch, scratch or pop the bumps. Take care of your hygiene. Take food that do not cause you allergy. Avoid oily, fried or processed food for a couple of days. Take adequate water and fluid to flush out toxin. You should get relieve in 24-48 hours but if the symptoms remain persistent (it can be dermatitis or other medical condition) or get worse, you should urgently visit ER, you may need medical support.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Nupur K., General & Family Physician
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