Question 1

red splotchy patches on legs that come and go for a couple of weeks now.  is it an allergy?

Accepted Answer

Unlikely, but: More info is needed. If the patches are multicolored and itchy, it could be erythema multiforme; the patches are red, swollen, and itchy, which can be an allergic reaction or else, a manifestation of an infection such as valley fever.  
Recommend going to a physician as soon as possible!

Question 2

we introduced our 7th month old  to peanuts as suggested by our doctor. afterwards, his face, reaching down to his neck and legs had patches of redness and scale which feels very warm. what are the remedies to relieve these symptoms if it's allergy?

Accepted Answer

: It is best we dont speculate. Take him to the doctor to have that checked out. It could be an allergy. I hope he does well

Question 3

i have had severe upper rhespiratory problems due to allergies for the past few days but today they re better but now after taking a claritin and a hot shower i have a blotchy red rash on my arms and legs it s not itchy but i m wondering what the cause mi

Accepted Answer

Viral? Allergic?: Blotchy appearing reddish rashes can occur when the blood flow in the tiny vessels at the skin's surface change, such as in an allergic rash, a viral rash, or in reaction to changes in skin temperature. Viral infections that cause cold symptoms and other symptoms can sometimes cause such skin patterns (fifth disease, caused by a virus, can cause reddish patterns). A doctor can evaluate if needed.

Question 4

i have very itchy skin all over; have had this for years now. ihave no allergies. i scratch and my skin becomes red. i have itchy arms, legs, feet, hands, scalp and breasts. help!

Accepted Answer

Dermatographism: Dermatographism means the ability to write on the skin. People with this form of chronic urticaria are sensitive to touch and pressure, as well as scratching. The areas of skin that are touched or scratched get a raised, red and itchy rash. While many people with chronic urticaria have  features of dermatographism, people with true dermatographism have only pressure as the cause. Try antihistamine.

Question 5

i have several red dots on my arms and one on my leg and coughing, and i got two cats. am afraid its a cat allergy or something?

Accepted Answer

May not  be allergy: Since  you are  not itching I would not  immediately consider  cat allergy.  The coughing and the rash needs clarfication. I woud contact your  physician and clearly clarify this issue

Question 6

dr,  i have severe itching in leg with red rashes for last two days & reduces on avil tab.. 'm on warf 6mg & hcq 400. is it medicine's allergy?

Accepted Answer

Probably not: but you need to talk to your doctor about this issue.  Warfarin rash tends to induce huge bruises and likely more generalized than confined to the legs.  However it is possible that this may be from HCQ especially if it had been introduced within the past month or so.  If problem persists, you may need to see a dermatologist.  If it is helped by Advil, (ibuprofen) I would look for the presence of vasculitis.

Question 7

sometimes i cant stop itching on my hand and leg.the places where it itches,swells a little and becomes red.is it bcoz of allergy?hw can it be cured?

Accepted Answer

Depends on what: is making you itch . Most of the time, it is contract dermatitis or eczema. You may take an antihistamine and apply topical steroids to take care of the itching. Eventually the swelling from you scratching so much ! You need to get it checked by your Pcp.

Question 8

13 month babys face an leg has red spots, doctors said allergy but they don't get well?on leg seems watery spots ? swallen point poin ? what shoul i do?

Accepted Answer

See a dermatologist: It is difficult to make a proper diagnosis since I am not there to see the condition. I recommend seeing a dermatologist so that they can make a proper diagnosis and give you something to get rid of the condition or relieve symptoms.

Question 9

allergies : i just arrived to muzambique after 2 days i got red spots in my west around my stomach my legs? and fever

Accepted Answer

Possible infection: The presence of fever suggests that the rash may be related to an infection.  Fever is not typically associated with allergic reactions.  A thorough evaluation should be undertaken.

Question 10

when exercising with humid weather my upper leg got red warm and a bit itchy but the lower leg didnt.allergy?why that happens?

Accepted Answer

Lower leg exposed?: You may have what is called cholinergic urticaria in the early stage because there have been no hives. This happens during the cooling period after a rise in core body temperature.If your lower legs are not covered by clothing, the temperature may be cooler and thus no itching. Try an antihistamine 2 hours before exercise when the weather is humid.

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Red splotchy patches on legs that come and go for a couple of weeks now is it an allergy

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Red splotchy patches on legs that come and go for a couple of weeks now. is it an allergy?

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We introduced our 7th month old to peanuts as suggested by our doctor. afterwards, his face, reaching down to his neck and legs had patches of redness and scale which feels very warm. what are the remedies to relieve these symptoms if it's allergy?

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I have had severe upper rhespiratory problems due to allergies for the past few days but today they re better but now after taking a claritin and a hot shower i have a blotchy red rash on my arms and legs it s not itchy but i m wondering what the cause mi

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I have very itchy skin all over; have had this for years now. ihave no allergies. i scratch and my skin becomes red. i have itchy arms, legs, feet, hands, scalp and breasts. help!

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I have several red dots on my arms and one on my leg and coughing, and i got two cats. am afraid its a cat allergy or something?

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Dr, i have severe itching in leg with red rashes for last two days & reduces on avil tab.. 'm on warf 6mg & hcq 400. is it medicine's allergy?

A member asked:

Sometimes i cant stop itching on my hand and leg.the places where it itches,swells a little and becomes red.is it bcoz of allergy?hw can it be cured?

A member asked:

13 month babys face an leg has red spots, doctors said allergy but they don't get well?on leg seems watery spots ? swallen point poin ? what shoul i do?

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Allergies : i just arrived to muzambique after 2 days i got red spots in my west around my stomach my legs? and fever

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When exercising with humid weather my upper leg got red warm and a bit itchy but the lower leg didnt.allergy?why that happens?

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