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What Causes Itching And Red Spots On Ankles And Legs?
Once or twice a year..I get red looking spots on my ankles and legs. The ones on my ankles become very painful and my ankle swells and it becomes painful to walk. After a couple weeks they turn dark and eventually fade away. Looks like bug bites..but they seem to spread and cover the entire ankle. Concerns me greatly. And they are slightly itchy. Very tender to the touch..and seemingly feverish. HELP!!!!!!!
Thu, 17 Mar 2016
Hi Dear,
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of itching and red spots on ankles and legs. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like dermatitis, dry skin, eczema, heat rash or sweat dermatitis or uncomfortable clothes. Need not to worry. I would suggest you to wear loose comfortable footwear and socks and wear loose clothes. As it will avoid friction heat. You should maintain good personal hygiene. Use a powder to avoid sweat collection and apply calamine lotion at the sites of the lesion. If condition doesn't get well then consult dermatologist for proper examination . Doctor may prescribe antibiotics like clindamycin , oral antifungal or antibacterial depending upon the diagnosis .
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 itching and red spots on ankles and legs. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like dermatitis, dry skin, eczema, heat rash or sweat dermatitis or uncomfortable clothes. Need not to worry. I would suggest you to wear loose comfortable footwear and socks and wear loose clothes. As it will avoid friction heat. You should maintain good personal hygiene. Use a powder to avoid sweat collection and apply calamine lotion at the sites of the lesion. If condition doesn't get well then consult dermatologist for proper examination . Doctor may prescribe antibiotics like clindamycin , oral antifungal or antibacterial depending upon the diagnosis .
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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