Question 1

help my itching hands recently, (in past wk.) i have developed severly itchy hands. the area that itches is between the thumb and first finger, in the web area, and in the meat of the thumb on the palm side. i have tried soaking them in epsom salt, hydro.

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You : You may be dealing with a fungal infection. Try an over the counter anti-fungal cream like clotrimazole; you can apply the cream twice a day for a week. If you do not notice an improvement then it may just be a dermatitis and you may need a stronger steroid cream. At this point you would need to be evaluated by your doctor for diagnosis and treatment.
Good luck.

Question 2

sometimes i cant stop itching on my hand and leg.the places where it itches,swells a little and becomes red.is it bcoz of allergy?hw can it be cured?

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Depends on what: is making you itch . Most of the time, it is contract dermatitis or eczema. You may take an antihistamine and apply topical steroids to take care of the itching. Eventually the swelling from you scratching so much ! You need to get it checked by your Pcp.

Question 3

i have 3 red lumps on my wrist, its has swelled up and is painfull, it itches and gets numb at times. one has a blister in the center of the spot. as the day progresses its swells more i now noticed that the top on my palm is starting to swell.

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Shingles?: You may have shingles.  See doctor to find out if an antiviral agent may be needed.

Question 4

ring finger spread to pinky both swollen. itches and burns when cold. red dot/(1)blister just appeared. swell decreased. day 10. cherry red knuckle.

Accepted Answer

Likely shingles : This could likely be shingles or herpes zoster. There could be infection or cellulitis of the fingers as well. It is difficult to comment without seeing a picture. Please see your doctor for an examination

Question 5

my hands and feet itches on the inside?

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Many possible causes: 18 y/o Female says My hands and feet itch on the inside? There are many possible causes like Contact Dermatitis from touching something or applying lotions/ creams that one is Allergic to. Could also be Systemic causes like Diabetes, Hepatitis, Skin Disorders like Psoriasis, Smoking, Food allergies or even Nerves (Neuropathies) and life Stress. Best to see Dermatologist if Symptoms persist.

Question 6

my cuticles are completely gone and i constantly have a rash on my hands that itches. could this be a result of the dishwashing liquid i use in the kitchen?

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Could be: You may try using gloves to do the dishes. If it does not improve the issue in a couple of weeks, it would be prudent to see your doctor.
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Wish you good health!

Question 7

what does it mean when your right hand itches all day ?

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See details: If there is not rash and the itching is limited to one hand, it probably means nothing. It could be related to stress.

Question 8

i just got back to the us from mexico and seem to have a light rash on the base of both hands? it itches a little. what does this mean?

Accepted Answer

You could have: You could have polymorphism light eruption or a photo drug reaction. It could be hand dermatitis. Please se.

Question 9

i have a rash on my hand that itches?

Accepted Answer

Contact allergy?: This could represent dyshidrotic eczema, a contact allergy to things you are touching, or even a localized version of psoriaisis. Over the counter products will help a little but if this is persistent you need to see dermatologist for treatment and possible allergy testing.

Question 10

werid rash on hand and wrist it itches but it.isn't blisters or bumpy?

Accepted Answer

Dermatitis: Hard to tell without seeing. Could be coming in contact with skin irritant . Sometimes such condition may respond to topical steroids.

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Help my itching hands recently, (in past wk.) i have developed severly itchy hands. the area that itches is between the thumb and first finger, in the web area, and in the meat of the thumb on the palm side. i have tried soaking them in epsom salt, hydro.

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Sometimes i cant stop itching on my hand and leg.the places where it itches,swells a little and becomes red.is it bcoz of allergy?hw can it be cured?

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I have 3 red lumps on my wrist, its has swelled up and is painfull, it itches and gets numb at times. one has a blister in the center of the spot. as the day progresses its swells more i now noticed that the top on my palm is starting to swell.

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Ring finger spread to pinky both swollen. itches and burns when cold. red dot/(1)blister just appeared. swell decreased. day 10. cherry red knuckle.

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My hands and feet itches on the inside?

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My cuticles are completely gone and i constantly have a rash on my hands that itches. could this be a result of the dishwashing liquid i use in the kitchen?

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What does it mean when your right hand itches all day ?

A member asked:

I just got back to the us from mexico and seem to have a light rash on the base of both hands? it itches a little. what does this mean?

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I have a rash on my hand that itches?

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Werid rash on hand and wrist it itches but it.isn't blisters or bumpy?

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