Question 1

rash on back of thigh and behind knees. sat too long?

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Rash from sitting: Possibly.  There are many causes of skin rashes in these areas, but sweating and friction is a common cause on the back of the upper legs.

Question 2

itchy skin rash on back of thighs for over a year using steriod cream but comes back after a week each time. also using dermol 500 in shower?

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Agree and...: You don't give us much information but is it small sandpaper "goosebumps"? If so, may be keratosis pilaris which is famous for coming back again & again. This rash is caused by keratin plugs in  hair follicles and is worse in winter & in those with dry skin, eczema. When you see the doctor, they would treat it with retin a, or cream with vitamin d, urea, lactic acid, glycolic acid, salicylic acid.

Question 3

what causes an itchy bump pink rash on back of arms and thighs?

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Keratosis Pilaris: If it has been there for years, then it is usually keratosis   if it is new then it could be one of many other things.  If chronic, try a moisturizing cream twice a day with a mild acid in it, like eucerin plus.  There are other keratolytic creams and lotions that will help, but there is no cure for keratosis pilaris.

Question 4

left leg really sure. x-rays show no break/chip. now small red rash/bump on back of thigh above knee. could this be shingles?

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Shingles?: Shingles is  a reactivation of the chicken pox virus. Therefore, for it to be shingles, the rash must look like chicken pox. The rash starts out as vesicles, or small sized fluid blisters that eventually scab over. If this is what you see, it could be shingles and you should see a doctor right away to be placed on antiviral medication to stave off post herpetic neuralgia, a very painful condition.

Question 5

my 2 year old son has a recurring rash on the back of his thighs and cheeks that is sometimes just a big red area. what could be causing it?

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Keratosis Pilaris: Keratosis pilaris is harmless (benign). It seems to run in families.  It is more common in people who have very dry skin, or who have atopic dermatitis (eczema).
The condition is generally worse in winter and often clears in the summer.
Symptoms include:
small bumps that look like "goose bumps" on the back of the upper arms and thighs.

Question 6

i have a red rash on the back of my thigh and on the inside of the rash are tiny white bumps.  _hat is it?

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See a dermatologist: The question is impossible to answer without being able to see the rash. Have a dermatologist evaluate it.

Question 7

i have had a rash on the back of my thighs and now my wrist.  thought it was dry skin but now worried it is some sort of bug bite.

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Rash: It is difficult to say without seeing the rash. common causes will include dry skin, fungal infection,eczema and contact dermatitis

Question 8

my nephew has a rash on buttocks and back of thighs.  it's red and bumpy, he's 7. can it be something viral?

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Hard to say: Without seeing the rash up close, it's hard to diagnose.  Please make sure his doctor takes a look -- then you'll know the cause and treatment for it.

Question 9

i have a itchy red rash on the back of my thighs that is spreading to my stomach and on my hips and on my lower back above my butt what can i do ?

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Rash: The rash you are experiencing sounds like an allergic reaction, however a good history including drugs, soaps, perfumes clothes is necessary. I would suggest seeing your doctor but you can take Benadryl (diphenhydramine) for the itching

Question 10

i have had body aches, chills, and localized rash on part of back, arms, thighs, and buttocks but without a fever. rbc is low(amemic) wbc is normal ?

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Viral infection: This sounds like a viral infection or it could be something less common such as Henoch Schonlein Purpura. You will need to get a thorough examination by your doctor to determine the cause if it continues.

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Rash on back of thigh and behind knees. sat too long?

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Itchy skin rash on back of thighs for over a year using steriod cream but comes back after a week each time. also using dermol 500 in shower?

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What causes an itchy bump pink rash on back of arms and thighs?

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Left leg really sure. x-rays show no break/chip. now small red rash/bump on back of thigh above knee. could this be shingles?

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My 2 year old son has a recurring rash on the back of his thighs and cheeks that is sometimes just a big red area. what could be causing it?

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I have a red rash on the back of my thigh and on the inside of the rash are tiny white bumps. _hat is it?

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I have had a rash on the back of my thighs and now my wrist. thought it was dry skin but now worried it is some sort of bug bite.

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My nephew has a rash on buttocks and back of thighs. it's red and bumpy, he's 7. can it be something viral?

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I have a itchy red rash on the back of my thighs that is spreading to my stomach and on my hips and on my lower back above my butt what can i do ?

A member asked:

I have had body aches, chills, and localized rash on part of back, arms, thighs, and buttocks but without a fever. rbc is low(amemic) wbc is normal ?

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