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What Causes Skin Rash?

My 80 year old father has a chronic skin condition - a rash which flares up every evening.....causing a great deal of pain. Heis being treated for eczma but we think it may be something linked to nervous system. Last week he described the pain over both knees as like being covered in bees. He has had bypass surgery so takes some medication. He is well in himself except for this rash which is causing a lot of distress. He had shingles several years ago so I thought it might be related. We are looking for a diagnosis so he can start to get better. Thankyou
Fri, 14 Sep 2018
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Dermatologist 's  Response
Hi,

There are multiple possible diagnoses for the rash that you had explained. I could be lichen simplex chronicus, prurigo nodularis etc.

Your father must undergo thorough Dermatological examination for arriving at a proper diagnosis and for apt management. So, please do visit your nearby dermatologist with your treatment records.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care

Regards,
Dr. Siva Subramanian, Dermatologist
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What Causes Skin Rash?

Hi, There are multiple possible diagnoses for the rash that you had explained. I could be lichen simplex chronicus, prurigo nodularis etc. Your father must undergo thorough Dermatological examination for arriving at a proper diagnosis and for apt management. So, please do visit your nearby dermatologist with your treatment records. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr. Siva Subramanian, Dermatologist