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What Causes Scaly Patches On Legs And Inner Thigh With Clear Fluid Discharge?

I m finding small scaly patches on my legs. When I scratch them, they seep clear fluid. I have a rather large round patch on my inner thigh, about the size of a 1/2 dollar, about 6 weeks old. Other small ones are very tiny now, about 1/2 inch wide by about 1/4 inch high, red, some itch a lot some don t. I also have them on my eyelids and other places on my face, different shapes, small in size. Don t know what they are, or what is causing them.
Fri, 12 Feb 2016
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have scaly patches on legs and inner thigh with clear fluid discharge. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like folliculitis , eczema , viral infection or STD . I would suggest you to apply cold compresses to rashes , keep your legs clean and dry , take over the counter antihistamin along with antibacterial cleanser and apply an antibiotic like bacitracin or neosporin. Also use Sarna lotion (also OTC) for itch relief. If condition doesn't get well then consult dermatologist for proper examination. Doctor may order certain test to confirm the diagnosis . Doctor may prescribe antibacterial or anti viral depending upon the diagnosis along with anti inflammatory .

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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What Causes Scaly Patches On Legs And Inner Thigh With Clear Fluid Discharge?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have scaly patches on legs and inner thigh with clear fluid discharge. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like folliculitis , eczema , viral infection or STD . I would suggest you to apply cold compresses to rashes , keep your legs clean and dry , take over the counter antihistamin along with antibacterial cleanser and apply an antibiotic like bacitracin or neosporin. Also use Sarna lotion (also OTC) for itch relief. If condition doesn t get well then consult dermatologist for proper examination. Doctor may order certain test to confirm the diagnosis . Doctor may prescribe antibacterial or anti viral depending upon the diagnosis along with anti inflammatory . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari