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What Do Itchy Rashes On The Thighs And Ankles Indicate?
Systemic insect bite-like rash that initially began on thighs, continued to calves and ankle areas then to inner forearms and back. First appeared in September on thighs then progressed causing severe itching especially during the night. Initially I thought of insect bites however the condition has gotten worse. N.B., in late August I began RA treatment with Rheumatologist using, to date, Cimzia via injection to the right and left thighs.
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The symptoms seem to be related to an allergic reaction. Some advice about the treatment are: -take antihistamines daily -use calmine lotion for local relief -if you dont get better you should consult your doctor about taking prescribed corticosteroids.
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What Do Itchy Rashes On The Thighs And Ankles Indicate?
Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. The symptoms seem to be related to an allergic reaction. Some advice about the treatment are: -take antihistamines daily -use calmine lotion for local relief -if you dont get better you should consult your doctor about taking prescribed corticosteroids. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.