Question 1

what causes dark itchy patch on th skin?

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Many: A contact allergy, a fungal skin infection (fungus can produce melanin pigment), an area recovering from a recent burn etc.  There are many potential answers.

Question 2

i have a dry and at times itchy patch of skin on my areola. it's flaky and seems wounded. it's been there for weeks now. i'm really worried. i'm 17.

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See doctor: If you can get hold of some hydrocortisone cream, try it for a few days to see if this helps . If not, see your doctor.

Question 3

i got itchy patch on eyebrow what it can be?

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Many things: Most likely i guess would be a patch of eczema kind of like an allergy, but there could be many causes of what you describe.

Question 4

itchy patch of skin on finger. no visible marks and skin looks normal but has itched everyday for the past month. what could that be?

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It could be eczema: Stress related, contact dermatitis etc. See your dr for evaluation. Get checked for thyroid condition and autoimmune condition to check for cause of your fatigue. Find meaning in life and count your blessings as you find hope in your daily living. May god bless you!

Question 5

what could a red raised itchy patch of skin on the back of the neck be?

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Eczema vs dermatitis: This sounds like inflammation of the skin localized to one spot. Dermatitis is a fancy term for inflammation of the skin. Try treating with either a topical steroid such as Cortaid (hydrocortisone) or an anti-itch lotion such as sarna or sarna for sensitive skin. If this does not resolve it, see your doctor.

Question 6

i have and dry itchy patch on my areola. i can also peel the skin off. but it comes right back. could it be cancerous?

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Nipples: It's not normal i would see a dermatologist it could be benign or worse.

Question 7

hi!,
on the right side of my rib cage, closer to my back and an inch above the bottom of my ribs, i have an itchy patch. the skin feels completely nor?

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? Herald patch: Of a condition called pityriasis rosea, or may be something else as local irritation to a garment. If really bothersome, see your doctor,

Question 8

i have a dry, red itchy patch of skin isolated to my wrist area. lotion doesn't help, but antibacterial medicine does. what are your thoughts?

Accepted Answer

Could be infection: You may have a bacterial infection or a rash that started as eczema but became secondarily infected. It might also be a fungal infection or mixed infection. If it does not clear completely with antibacterial med you should see a doctor or dermatologist for proper diagnosis and treatment.

Question 9

itchy patch of skin on leg, 1inch in diameter, small bump beneath, skin not raised, ongoing for 1.5 months, skin red due to scratching.

Accepted Answer

Need diagnosis: A fungal infection comes to mind and thus a topical antifungal +/- steroid may be helpful  Best is to consult your doctor since the problem has been going on for so long.

Question 10

why is my skin reacting (dry patches, itchy rash) to my insulin pump sites?

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Contact allergy: You may have developed a contact allergy to the material used in the pump which comes into contact with the skin. The rash usually starts about 24 hrs after the contact and peaks at around 72 hrs.   If this is the case, using a barrier cover or coating on the pump may prevent it . In the meanwhile try some topical Hydrocortisone cream.

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I have a dry and at times itchy patch of skin on my areola. it's flaky and seems wounded. it's been there for weeks now. i'm really worried. i'm 17.

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I got itchy patch on eyebrow what it can be?

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Itchy patch of skin on finger. no visible marks and skin looks normal but has itched everyday for the past month. what could that be?

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What could a red raised itchy patch of skin on the back of the neck be?

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I have and dry itchy patch on my areola. i can also peel the skin off. but it comes right back. could it be cancerous?

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Hi!, on the right side of my rib cage, closer to my back and an inch above the bottom of my ribs, i have an itchy patch. the skin feels completely nor?

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I have a dry, red itchy patch of skin isolated to my wrist area. lotion doesn't help, but antibacterial medicine does. what are your thoughts?

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Itchy patch of skin on leg, 1inch in diameter, small bump beneath, skin not raised, ongoing for 1.5 months, skin red due to scratching.

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Why is my skin reacting (dry patches, itchy rash) to my insulin pump sites?

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