Question 1

i have tiny bumps and itchy knuckles..what could it be?

Accepted Answer

Ecezema : It sounds like ecezema. Only an examination would be confirmatory. A variety of conditions affecting the skin can have itchiness and bumps as symptoms. A dermatologist is an expert who can confirm what your condition is, and an recommend the proper treatment. Good luck.

Question 2

i wake up with swollen and itchy knuckles and fingers with a rash and some of the fingers have cracks that itch and hurt.

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? Hand dermatitis: A dermatologist can prescribe a cortisone oin mintother things that help include washing your hands less, using a mild soap and wearing beauty gloves which are thin cotton gloves under rubber gloves.

Question 3

what could a red itchy rash on knuckles and elbows be?

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Psoriasis?: It could be psoriasis. It could be something else. I would see a dermatologist for it.

Question 4

small itchy bumps on my knuckle?

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Itchy bumps: Small bumps can occur on the skin for a variety of reasons, but when they are "ichy" it is usually an indication that they are a "reaction" to something - an "allergy". You may be allergic to something that your skin is coming in contact with like a soap or lotion - could also be clothing. Try to find out what is causing the reaction, eliminate it, and see if it gets better. Steroid cream may help.

Question 5

what can cause intermittent bouts of small clusters of itchy papules on the knuckles?

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Warts vs verrucas: Warts and verrucas are small lumps on the skin that most people have at some point in their life. They usually go away on their own but may take months or even years. Warts don't cause you any harm but some people find them itchy, painful or embarrassing. Verrucas are more likely to be painful. You can treat warts if they bother you, keep coming back or are painful. Visit a dermatologist !

Question 6

i have white itchy bumps on my knuckles and a cluster of itchy bumps around my elbow that appear out of no where?

Accepted Answer

Perhaps Psoriasis: The location of the skin condition you are describing reminds me of Psoriasis.  This is a chronic medical skin condition that can come and go. Some feel that it is genetically linked. Did a parent have this condition? In any respect it usually is treated with topical steroids, more severe cases need oral meds. Check with your PCP, send a photo, or see a dermatologist for work up.

Question 7

i have red itchy bumps on my knuckles and they would appear and disappear. they're also always in the same spot ( my knuckles) what is it?

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Contact dermatitis : Red itchy bumps are often caused by an allergic reaction, such as insect bites or contact with chemicals/substances as in contact dermatitis.

Another condition is dyshydrotic eczema which presents commonly with small fluid filled blisters. Cause is unknown but may be related to allergies or stress.

Rare autoimmune diseases such as granuloma annulare may also present similarly.

Question 8

i have red itchy bumps on my knuckles and elbows. they've been there for about 2 months and don t show signs of going away.  what can i do about it?

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Red itchy bumps: If you haven't already, start with avoiding any hard scrubbing or washing with soap on those areas.  Use a daily barrier ointment like aquaphor immediately after shower.  You can also try a otc steroid ointment for a week or so to see if it improves.   Rashes are notoriously difficult to diagnose and manage without a picture so make sure you see your doc if not improving.  Good luck!

Question 9

4 weeks ago i badly sprained my thumb - now the knuckle is itchy.  soes that mean it is healing?

Accepted Answer

Not related: The itchiness in your knuckle is unrelated to the healing of your sprained joint.

Question 10

i just started losartan a few days ago. i feel fine. i noticed as small , red, raised and itchy spot on my knuckle. looks like a rash. right hand on knuckle. could this be an allergy to the losartan ?

Accepted Answer

: If you are truly allergic to losartan more rashes will develop or generalized itching then you should stop losartan and notify your physician.  for now, you can continue losartan and just observe. Good luck.

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I have tiny bumps and itchy knuckles..what could it be?

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I wake up with swollen and itchy knuckles and fingers with a rash and some of the fingers have cracks that itch and hurt.

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What could a red itchy rash on knuckles and elbows be?

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Small itchy bumps on my knuckle?

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What can cause intermittent bouts of small clusters of itchy papules on the knuckles?

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I have white itchy bumps on my knuckles and a cluster of itchy bumps around my elbow that appear out of no where?

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I have red itchy bumps on my knuckles and they would appear and disappear. they're also always in the same spot ( my knuckles) what is it?

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I have red itchy bumps on my knuckles and elbows. they've been there for about 2 months and don t show signs of going away. what can i do about it?

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4 weeks ago i badly sprained my thumb - now the knuckle is itchy. soes that mean it is healing?

A member asked:

I just started losartan a few days ago. i feel fine. i noticed as small , red, raised and itchy spot on my knuckle. looks like a rash. right hand on knuckle. could this be an allergy to the losartan ?

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