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What Causes Red Itchy Lumps All Through The Back?
Hello my father recently went to Atlanta and went to sleep on his brother s couch recently after he came home he started itching beside his right chest close to his armpit...his itching continued and it turned red then shortly after it turned black. The bumps are appearing and spreading throughout his back. They started out as red and he continues to scratch it eventually turns black. Do you have any idea what this could be?
Thu, 24 Dec 2015
Hi Dear,
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per your query you have red itchy lumps all through the back. Well the symptoms you mention in query can occur due to many reasons like contact dermatitis , an allergic reaction , side effect , sensitivity to sunlight , eczema , psoriasis and scarlet fever . The symptoms can also occur due to hives. Need not to worry. I would suggest you to get your skin clean with mild soap and cold water , avoid sun exposure , apply petroleum jelly only and take benadryl twice a day . If condition doesn't get better then consult dermatologist for proper examination . Doctor will examine physically , order skin test and blood test. Doctor may prescribe immunosuppressants , corticosteroid ointment or antibiotics .
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 red itchy lumps all through the back. Well the symptoms you mention in query can occur due to many reasons like contact dermatitis , an allergic reaction , side effect , sensitivity to sunlight , eczema , psoriasis and scarlet fever . The symptoms can also occur due to hives. Need not to worry. I would suggest you to get your skin clean with mild soap and cold water , avoid sun exposure , apply petroleum jelly only and take benadryl twice a day . If condition doesn't get better then consult dermatologist for proper examination . Doctor will examine physically , order skin test and blood test. Doctor may prescribe immunosuppressants , corticosteroid ointment or antibiotics .
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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