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What Causes Discoloration And Bruising On Legs And Arms?
A friend of mine has recently been diagnosed with carpeal tunnel syndrome. However, the pain has moved to the legs and upper arms; and discoloration and bruising have appeared on the legs and arms. Do you have any ideas what this syndrome could be. My email address is YYYY@YYYY
Wed, 4 May 2016
Hi Dear,
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of discoloration and bruising on legs and arms which seems to be due to hair follicle infection leading to folliculitis, contact dermatitis, allergic reaction, psoriasis , skin infection, and fungal infection. Need not to worry. I would suggest you to keep your skin clean and dry , protect it from sun. You should apply only petroleum jelly and take antihistamine like benadryl twice a day. Avoid touching or pricking rashes. If condition doesn't get well then consult dermatologist for proper examination. It is very important to identify trigger factor .Doctor may order certain test like skin patch test , blood test , allergy test and take history to rule out the side effects of certain drug . Doctor may prescribe immunosuppressants along with anti inflammatory and corticosteroid ointment. You can start with antifungal like fluconazole or anti bacterial like clindamycin.
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of discoloration and bruising on legs and arms which seems to be due to hair follicle infection leading to folliculitis, contact dermatitis, allergic reaction, psoriasis , skin infection, and fungal infection. Need not to worry. I would suggest you to keep your skin clean and dry , protect it from sun. You should apply only petroleum jelly and take antihistamine like benadryl twice a day. Avoid touching or pricking rashes. If condition doesn't get well then consult dermatologist for proper examination. It is very important to identify trigger factor .Doctor may order certain test like skin patch test , blood test , allergy test and take history to rule out the side effects of certain drug . Doctor may prescribe immunosuppressants along with anti inflammatory and corticosteroid ointment. You can start with antifungal like fluconazole or anti bacterial like clindamycin.
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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