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What Causes Burning And Itching Sensation In Arms,forehead And Legs?

I m having some sort of allergic reaction to something? Not sure what to do.Started with burning, itching, red arms went to my forehead then legs and now feet! What s next?Took 2 bennidrills and drinking water and almond soy milk to try and naturalize it.Was standing now sitting with my feet elevated I m 53 yrs old and I m N good healthy shape.What should I do
Wed, 19 Oct 2022
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Hello,

You seem to be having some allergic contact dermatitis. Avoid the irritant or allergen. The key to this is identifying what's causing your rash and staying away from it. Apply an anti-itch cream or ointment. Put on the itchy area 1% hydrocortisone cream or ointment. You can apply calamine lotion to soothe burning skin. Take an anti-itch drug. An oral antihistamine, such as diphenhydramine (Advil PM, Benadryl, others), which may also help you sleep better.

Apply cool, wet compresses. Place a cool, wet cloth over the rash for 15 to 30 minutes several times a day. Protect your skin. Avoid scratching. Trim your nails. If you can't keep from scratching an itchy area, cover it with a dressing. If your allergy doesn't fade even after the above treatment, you may require oral steroids or topical Immunomodulators. So then, please contact a physician.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Pallavi M., Anesthesiologist
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What Causes Burning And Itching Sensation In Arms,forehead And Legs?

Hello, You seem to be having some allergic contact dermatitis. Avoid the irritant or allergen. The key to this is identifying what s causing your rash and staying away from it. Apply an anti-itch cream or ointment. Put on the itchy area 1% hydrocortisone cream or ointment. You can apply calamine lotion to soothe burning skin. Take an anti-itch drug. An oral antihistamine, such as diphenhydramine (Advil PM, Benadryl, others), which may also help you sleep better. Apply cool, wet compresses. Place a cool, wet cloth over the rash for 15 to 30 minutes several times a day. Protect your skin. Avoid scratching. Trim your nails. If you can t keep from scratching an itchy area, cover it with a dressing. If your allergy doesn t fade even after the above treatment, you may require oral steroids or topical Immunomodulators. So then, please contact a physician. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Pallavi M., Anesthesiologist