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What Could Cause Swelling Of Leg,redness And Tingling Sensation?

I was in jamacia7 years ago and noticed my leg was swollen three days before leaving I never felt a bite and don t know how I got it . Everytime I took a shower my leg would turn red and some times tingle. I noticed it about a two years ago with out having a shower,it has spread on both legs and on the scrowdem ,it has become very irritable and sore and numbing. I have tried lamisil cream i have also used taro-clobetasol cream and moisturizing cream without any success . I have seen a dermatologist.
Tue, 3 Jan 2017
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Hello and welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service.

I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.

Usually this is a fungal infection you got there. Such infections may take time for treatment even if you didn't see or feel them. From your given history they are spreading and you only tried topical or external ointments. Usually they give dramatic results fast, if not you may increase your showers, always use clean towels to dry your body, try to take care of personal hygiene and avoid infections from any possible person.

These infections usually happen with athletics. Anyway using anti-fungal shampoos and taking care of your personal hygiene may be enough in some cases. Use sysemic antifungals (fluconazole) in addition to the topical ointments or sprays available. Both acting simultaneously will be more than enough to eradicate such infections. Selsun blue shampoo is recommended.

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

Regards,
Dr. Ahmed Aly Hassan
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What Could Cause Swelling Of Leg,redness And Tingling Sensation?

Hello and welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Usually this is a fungal infection you got there. Such infections may take time for treatment even if you didn t see or feel them. From your given history they are spreading and you only tried topical or external ointments. Usually they give dramatic results fast, if not you may increase your showers, always use clean towels to dry your body, try to take care of personal hygiene and avoid infections from any possible person. These infections usually happen with athletics. Anyway using anti-fungal shampoos and taking care of your personal hygiene may be enough in some cases. Use sysemic antifungals (fluconazole) in addition to the topical ointments or sprays available. Both acting simultaneously will be more than enough to eradicate such infections. Selsun blue shampoo is recommended. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Ahmed Aly Hassan