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What Could Cause Red Itchy Blotches On The Face, Arms And Scalp?
red puffy blotches on face-itchy .Peeling skin on back of scalp leaving wet open sore. No blood though. Now arms are broke out-itchy small red bumps like a heat rash. Is on antibiotic and also 2 other pills --don t know what they are. YYYY@YYYY
Tue, 2 Apr 2019
Hi,
As per your query you have symptoms of red itchy blotches on the face, arms and scalp which is most probably due to fungal infection. It could be due to excessive exposure to sunlight, excessive sweating and humid environment which leads to the condition known as tinea versicolor. I would suggest you protect your skin from sun exposure. Apply turmeric paste as it will give beneficial effects. Use antifungal cream containing clotrimazole.
If symptoms persist for more then a week or get worse consult dermatologist, so that doctor can evaluate properly to rule out other conditions and may prescribe you oral antifungal or topical steroids. Wash your face twice a day with mild soap.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari, Dentist
As per your query you have symptoms of red itchy blotches on the face, arms and scalp which is most probably due to fungal infection. It could be due to excessive exposure to sunlight, excessive sweating and humid environment which leads to the condition known as tinea versicolor. I would suggest you protect your skin from sun exposure. Apply turmeric paste as it will give beneficial effects. Use antifungal cream containing clotrimazole.
If symptoms persist for more then a week or get worse consult dermatologist, so that doctor can evaluate properly to rule out other conditions and may prescribe you oral antifungal or topical steroids. Wash your face twice a day with mild soap.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari, Dentist
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