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What Causes Itchy Red Patches On Back?
My back has moderate to severe itching. It has developed 4 red patches that itch constantly. Scratching makes the itch worsen and hurt at the same time. I have tried anti itch creams which do not help at all. The itching started several months ago has gotten progressively worse. The best thing that has helped a little is peppermint oil.
Tue, 9 Jul 2019
Hi,
You seem to have an allergic rash due to excessive sweating/clothing material (synthetic). The I Ching &dampness a result in secondary fungal infection; which aggravated the symptoms.
Take frequent baths, dry the skin perfectly &use Candid dusting powder for preventing itching. Use thin cotton clothes. If no relief consults a skin specialist for oral medicinal treatment.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Vasudha Jayant Athavale, General & Family Physician
You seem to have an allergic rash due to excessive sweating/clothing material (synthetic). The I Ching &dampness a result in secondary fungal infection; which aggravated the symptoms.
Take frequent baths, dry the skin perfectly &use Candid dusting powder for preventing itching. Use thin cotton clothes. If no relief consults a skin specialist for oral medicinal treatment.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Vasudha Jayant Athavale, General & Family Physician
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