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What Causes Itchy Rashes On The Forehead And Back?
my husband started a rash on his forehead & back and his nose looks like there is a rash as well he has seen a dr and he is on his third bottle of steroid creme it seems to stop the itch but does not go away i thought it might be eczema because his grandfather had it but now i m not sure it seem when he does physical work or hot tub or shower it seems to start itchy & breakout not sure what this could be
Mon, 4 Apr 2016
Hi Dear,
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of itchy rashes on the forehead and back. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like contact dermatitis , eczema , dry skin , eczema and erythema nodosum. Need not to worry. I would suggest you to apply cold compresses on rashes , avoid applying any cosmetic product except petroleum jelly. If condition doesn't get well the consult dermatologist for proper examination. Doctor may order test like blood test, allergy test and skin patch test to confirm the diagnosis. Doctor may prescribe immunosuppressants along with corticosteroid ointment or antibiotics like clindamycin. You should take over the counter antihistamine like benadryl and drink plenty of water.
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 itchy rashes on the forehead and back. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like contact dermatitis , eczema , dry skin , eczema and erythema nodosum. Need not to worry. I would suggest you to apply cold compresses on rashes , avoid applying any cosmetic product except petroleum jelly. If condition doesn't get well the consult dermatologist for proper examination. Doctor may order test like blood test, allergy test and skin patch test to confirm the diagnosis. Doctor may prescribe immunosuppressants along with corticosteroid ointment or antibiotics like clindamycin. You should take over the counter antihistamine like benadryl and drink plenty of water.
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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