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What Causes Redness And Swelling In The Left Forearm?

my left forearm is red and swollen. It does not hurt or itch. It is not hot to the touch. I do not believe that it is from any kind of insect bite. I have had this for a day and a half now. I ve been icing it and I took some Aleve, but no change in the symptoms.
Wed, 13 Mar 2019
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Hi Dear,

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of redness and swelling in the left forearm which could be due to an allergic reaction of body and due to insect bite sting infection.

Need not to worry. I would suggest you visit a dermatologist once and get it examined. You should go for a patch test for allergic reaction. You should not touch and prick rash. Maintain complete hygiene. Drink plenty of water. Till then apply topical steroid e.g fluticasone propionate cream, twice daily at affected sites for 7- 10 days. Avoid exposure to sunlight.

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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What Causes Redness And Swelling In The Left Forearm?

Hi Dear, Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of redness and swelling in the left forearm which could be due to an allergic reaction of body and due to insect bite sting infection. Need not to worry. I would suggest you visit a dermatologist once and get it examined. You should go for a patch test for allergic reaction. You should not touch and prick rash. Maintain complete hygiene. Drink plenty of water. Till then apply topical steroid e.g fluticasone propionate cream, twice daily at affected sites for 7- 10 days. Avoid exposure to sunlight. Hope your concern has been resolved. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari