Question 1

what does it mean when you have one itchy elbow?

Accepted Answer

Pruritis: Dry skin is a very common reason for itchy skin. Two other possible causes of itchy skin on the elbows may be from skin conditions like eczema or psoriasis. See your doctor for a comprehensive evaluation and diagnosis so that you can start appropriate treatment.

Question 2

hot, red and very itchy elbow after long bus ride?

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Allergy: This could represent allergic reaction to material that touched skin. Try cold compress and hydrocrtisone cream. If it does not help may need to see doctor for evaluation and treatment.

Question 3

red, bumpy, itchy elbows?

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Itchy elbows: Have dermatologist look at it to rule out possible dermatitis or psoriasis.

Question 4

can i use bactroban (mupirocin) for itchy elbows?

Accepted Answer

Not suggested: Bactroban (mupirocin) is an antibiotic- itching of the eyebrows is not considered a bacterial infection. It can be caused by other processes such as dry skin or a skin reaction to a soap. By using this antibiotic, you run the change of developing a multridrug resistant bacteria on the skin that can potentially infect you in the future. Talk to your healthcare provider and have your eyebrows looked at-

Question 5

bumps on my  itchy elbows don't go away! what do i do?

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Hyperkeratosis: When skin thickens on the elbows and knees it gets bumpy, rough and sometimes itch.  This is best treated with a skin exfoliating cream.  There are over-the-counter creams with 12% ammonium lactate to start with. However, sometimes you may need a prescription cream to help those really stubborn spots.

Question 6

hi there, i have itchy elbows, no rashes or bumps, they just itch and i can't seem to make it go away?

Accepted Answer

ITCHY ELBOWS?: HOW LONG HAVE THEY BEEN ITCHY?
SOUNDS LIKE A CONTACT DERMATITIS FROM SOMETHING YOU HAVE BEEN IN CONTACT WITH.
THINK HARD WHAT YOU WERE DOING JUST BEFORE THE ITCHING BEGAN . . .
IT DOESNT SOUND SERIOUS OR CONTAGIOUS.
SEE YOUR PCP OR A DERMATOLOGIST TO RELIEVE YOUR WORRY.
BEST LUCK.

Question 7

i have itchy elbows and scrotum. what is the permanent remedy?

Accepted Answer

Here are some...: Without further detailed history and a direct look, it is hard to come up a right diagnosis, but if the presence of itchy elbows and scrotum is chronic, the most likely diagnosis is psoriasis, which would be permanent with no cure, but manageable chiefly with judicious use of steroid-containing cream. For practical care, see a urologist first and a dermatologist to follow as needed.

Question 8

i have itchy elbows, red with white bumps and scaliness. what is the best ointment/treatment?

Accepted Answer

Psoriasis: From your description and location sounds like psoriasis which responds to steroid creams and ointments prescribed by your doctor.

Question 9

rash in inner elbows, itchy. what is it?

Accepted Answer

Rash: there are a number of possibilities for this. an intercrural dermatitis is one. this may be related to heat and sweating. Are there any rashes in other places? Has there been contact with an allergen such as sumac or poison ivy? Often the treatment is a topical steroid as the cause may be illusive.

Question 10

can you give me advice with itchy bumps on elbows looks nasty! help!?

Accepted Answer

Hydrocortisone : Possible causes are contact allergy, eczema, psoriasis, scabies, etc. Start with applying steroid cream and take oral antihistamines. See a dermatologist to find out the diagnosis.

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Hi there, i have itchy elbows, no rashes or bumps, they just itch and i can't seem to make it go away?

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I have itchy elbows, red with white bumps and scaliness. what is the best ointment/treatment?

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