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What Could The Painful, Red Spot On Lower Leg Spreading To The Ankle Be?
My husband developed a red spot on his left lower leg just above the ankle. The red is circular. Today s it is bright red, hot, and the swelling has spread to his ankle. I push into his ankle and he complains because of the pain. I can t find an entrance wound or opening that might indicate a bite. It s painful to the touch and it burs.
Mon, 5 Feb 2018
Hi...
I think the lesion you developed may be insect bite dermatitis. Kindly consult the dermatologist for the perfect diagnosis and proper treatment.
I would suggest....
- oral steroid in tapering dose
- antihistaminics
- antibiotic
- apply antibiotic cream
I hope this would help you.
Dr. Ilyas Patel MD
I think the lesion you developed may be insect bite dermatitis. Kindly consult the dermatologist for the perfect diagnosis and proper treatment.
I would suggest....
- oral steroid in tapering dose
- antihistaminics
- antibiotic
- apply antibiotic cream
I hope this would help you.
Dr. Ilyas Patel MD
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