Question 1

i have 3 different types of rashes on my body. diagnosed with contact dermatitis on hands but now patches on shins and little "bites" on elbows/arms?

Accepted Answer

Contact dermatitis?: Good morning, 
it is possible that you had contact with the same contact allergens in other areas of body, based on the chance of having exposed to the same allergen. It is also possible that you do have an tendency to develop a generalized dermatitis which is called atopic dermatitis. Certain conditions such as psoriasis can sometimes be confused with other dermatoses. See your doctor, please.

Question 2

what is the best way to treat contact dermatitis (skin rash)?

Accepted Answer

: Contact dermatitis is treated primarily with topical steroids creams or ointments. Hydrocortisone is available over the counter and it is a low potency steroid.

Question 3

what is the best way to treat contact dermatitis? i have a really bad rash on my shins and around my ankles!

Accepted Answer

Contact dermatitis: Contact dermatitis is a type of allergic reaction. The best way to avoid it is to avoid whatever is causing the allergy. It could be insulation, dust, dirt, chemicals, clothes, metal, the soap you use. It is difficult to determine what is causing it.

Question 4

i've had pin head like rash on my ankles for about 1 wk. dr. said contact dermatitis, i think petechae. no other symptoms. when should i worry?

Accepted Answer

Rash: If it is petechiae your doctor would have told you it petechiae.  If it spreads then it is a concern and  needs to be worked out

Question 5

contact dermatitis rash stopped itching after several days but still red.when will it fade away,will it turn brown after redness?how soon will it go?

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A few weeks: Since there was significant inflammation on the skin which is often aggravated by scratching, it may takes a few weeks for the discoloration to subside.

Question 6

how to treat contact dermatitis if the rash has already occured ?

Accepted Answer

Contact dermatitis: You need to clean the area to avoid further contact. Steroid creams may be helpful.  There are varying strengths.  Your doctor can prescribe stronger creams that may work better than over the counter. It the rash does not respond to creams, steroid pills are also effective.  Benadryll pills or cream may also help the symptoms until the steroids start to work. Be aware benadryll can make you sleepy

Question 7

is domeboro powder or aveno powder better for itchy contact dermatitis rash?

Accepted Answer

Better than both: depends how sever rash you have. If not severe and not oozing hydrocortisone cream 1% can be obtained OTC if sever see PCP. Domeboro is helpful for oozing rash but you will still need topical cortisone. Aveeno (oatmeal) powder can relieve some itching and still you will need topical cortisone.

Question 8

contact dermatitis rash stopped itching and is same (red/dark brown)for 19 days. not itchy just same,ugly dark brown/red.why is it same,why not fading?

Accepted Answer

PIH: It could be post inflammatory hyper pigmentation. It. At fade a bit with time. Or you can try skin lighteners to speed to fading.

Question 9

does contact dermatitis look like a rash with red pimple like bumps?

Accepted Answer

Yes: It can be but this is not unique to contact dermatitis.  Frequently small blisters may be found also.

Question 10

i have a rash that spread all over face. doc says its just contact dermatitis. how can i tell if its just that or sjs?

Accepted Answer

Get seen: If you have any doubt, stop any medicine you can stop and get seen by another physician. If i'm wrong, the first physician will forgive us.

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I have 3 different types of rashes on my body. diagnosed with contact dermatitis on hands but now patches on shins and little "bites" on elbows/arms?

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What is the best way to treat contact dermatitis (skin rash)?

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What is the best way to treat contact dermatitis? i have a really bad rash on my shins and around my ankles!

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I've had pin head like rash on my ankles for about 1 wk. dr. said contact dermatitis, i think petechae. no other symptoms. when should i worry?

A member asked:

Contact dermatitis rash stopped itching after several days but still red.when will it fade away,will it turn brown after redness?how soon will it go?

A member asked:

How to treat contact dermatitis if the rash has already occured ?

A member asked:

Is domeboro powder or aveno powder better for itchy contact dermatitis rash?

A member asked:

Contact dermatitis rash stopped itching and is same (red/dark brown)for 19 days. not itchy just same,ugly dark brown/red.why is it same,why not fading?

A member asked:

Does contact dermatitis look like a rash with red pimple like bumps?

A member asked:

I have a rash that spread all over face. doc says its just contact dermatitis. how can i tell if its just that or sjs?

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