Question 1

how can i make my skin look better? i would like smooth complexion and colour that looks vibrant and clear. my skin always gets blotchy and red at my knees and feet/ ankles and hands?

Accepted Answer

: Many factors can contribute to your skin problem. Exposure to sun, diet , exercise, sleep, stress and personal hygiene. See a dermatologist for exam and treatment.

Question 2

i been doing meth (smoking)for a awhile but i have red blotchy face dry skin as well 
m it's warm 
also blotchined on arms  and hands 
what can i do t?

Accepted Answer

You know: the meth will make that kind of rash worse!  Otherwise it sounds most like dry skin eczema.  If it is, the thin applications of baby oil will help

Question 3

area where i got stung there is a green bubble and red blotchy circle around it, redness circle around it is getting bigger now my hand is swollen?

Accepted Answer

Infected insect bite: Looks like you have Insect bite with local reaction and infection. Most insect bites produce local reaction that improve in few hours. Complications include urticaria, systemic reaction and anaphylaxis, local infection or transmission of disease.
Medical review is required for assessment and treatment
below link that may help
http://patient.info/health/insect-bites-and-stings-leaflet

Question 4

2 yo developed redness, blotchy, and hives on tops of hands and feet,face,arms yesterday. all of these keep appearing and going away and appear 2days?

Accepted Answer

Hives: Very characteristic for hives to appear, resolve and reappear. Hives can be due to a variety of reasons including food, personal care products such as perfumed/dyed soaps or lotions, or infection.  Needs urgent medical attention if  also swelling of lips, tongue or drooling. Otherwise followup with your child's doctor if symptoms persist more than 2 days.

Question 5

my hand has gone red & blotchy ?

Accepted Answer

Exam needed: Redness and blotchiness of the hand may signify a vascular or dermatological disorder. A physician would have to examine your hand for diagnosis and advice.

Question 6

what does it mean if the top of my hands feel like sand paper and is red and blotchy?

Accepted Answer

Irritation to area: It is most likely due to dryness or other irritations to the area.  Frequent hand washings can dry out the skin as well as contacting irritant such as soap, cleaners, etc.  Moisturize the skin frequently.  But be aware that some moisturizers can also irritant sensitive skin.

Question 7

sometimes palms of my hands get red with white tiny circles or blotchy (sausage like). no other symptoms. goes away after a little. cause?

Accepted Answer

R/O RAYNAUDS: Raynauds is vasospasm of blood vessels. It is usually symptomatic in hands and feet. It can be PRIMARY OR SECONDARY &amp; ASSOCIATED WITH AUTOIMMUNE/COLLAGEN VASCULAR DISEASE. You need a full exam and lab TESTS. It can respond to ASPRIN/TRENTAL/CALCIUM CHANNEL BLOCKERS

Question 8

can you get red blotchy hands from being a smoker?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Smoking is bad for health in every direction including circulation of the blood

Question 9

what causes blotchy purple and red hands?

Accepted Answer

Raynaud's phenomenon: Raynaud's phenomenon is a vasospastic disorder causing discoloration of the fingers, toes, and occasionally other areas. Named after french physician maurice raynaud (1834–1881), the phenomenon is believed to be the result of vasospasms that decrease blood supply to the respective regions. Stress and cold are classic triggers.

Question 10

i have blotchy red and white hands. in pregnancy, is this a symptom?

Accepted Answer

Mostly no: Mostly no , but during pregnancy you need to see your doctor monthly at least.

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How can i make my skin look better? i would like smooth complexion and colour that looks vibrant and clear. my skin always gets blotchy and red at my knees and feet/ ankles and hands?

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I been doing meth (smoking)for a awhile but i have red blotchy face dry skin as well m it's warm also blotchined on arms and hands what can i do t?

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Area where i got stung there is a green bubble and red blotchy circle around it, redness circle around it is getting bigger now my hand is swollen?

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2 yo developed redness, blotchy, and hives on tops of hands and feet,face,arms yesterday. all of these keep appearing and going away and appear 2days?

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My hand has gone red & blotchy ?

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What does it mean if the top of my hands feel like sand paper and is red and blotchy?

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Sometimes palms of my hands get red with white tiny circles or blotchy (sausage like). no other symptoms. goes away after a little. cause?

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Can you get red blotchy hands from being a smoker?

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What causes blotchy purple and red hands?

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I have blotchy red and white hands. in pregnancy, is this a symptom?

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