Question 1

dry itchy patches of skin on inner thigh, armpits and ankle (not itchy yet). is this due to a recent tick bite? what is going on and what to expect?tx

Accepted Answer

Get evaluated: Although it may be a tick bite. You should see a dermatologist to make sure it is not a type of psoriasis. A diagnosis is warranted.

Question 2

female, 24 yrs. old, philippines. dark, dry, itchy patches in my neck after wearing possibly fake gold necklace. usually skin gets irritated with necklaces but this is the first time it got this bad. looks like burnt skin and is so dry to the touch?

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Contact dermatitis: With chronic or recurring contact dermatitis which is quite itchy, the involved skin can thicken and dry out(lichenification). Treatment of these skin changes consist of moisturizers and  prescription strength topical  corticosteroid ointments. Of course you must avoid using or wearing whatever triggers the contact dermatitis.  See your MD or dermatologist to get appropriate treatment.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 4

i have a super itchy rash on the right  outer labia. dry patch of skin slightly darkened. doesn't hurt, no puss. slightly swollen. have hist of eczema

Accepted Answer

Itchy Rash: From what you describe this may indeed be eczema.  I would try you usual treatments, if they don't work then see you doctor.

Question 5

i have a itchy rash looks blike dry skin it started on my chest and behind my knees. ir?

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 6

for weeks i've had this dry skin itchy rash on inner eyelids it looks like it's coming out of skin what could this be is it bad?

Accepted Answer

Get checked out: Usually involvement of the inner eyelids manifest as redness or raised bumps.  They are likely to be from allergic conjunctivitis if they itch  . In contact lens wearer, another more serious form of conjunctivitis can occur often necessitating removal of the contact lens.  The cornea may be irritated if the condition is severe enough.  See ophthalmologist.

Question 7

i have an itchy rash on my testicles, very dry skin which splits and bleeds when scratching...?

Accepted Answer

Dry skin: You may just have a case of skin dryness causing the itch. Try applying a moisturizing cream. It maybe best to have the doctor look aat the rash to rule out any infection.

Question 8

non-itchy rash on sctorum. skin has become very dry and dots are spreading up my penis. wouldn't say burning sensation but definitely feels warm. ?

Accepted Answer

Needs an exam: A medical visit to either the dermatologist or urologist would allow a thorough exam of the involved genital skin to arrive at a diagnosis/treatment. Fungal-type infections come to mind from your description, and these can be treated with topical creams.

Question 9

i have ared itchy rash around the folds of my nose - it appeared about two weeks ago and does not want to go away. gets worse when my hayfever picks up and when my skin is dry. can burn a litle sometimes. has uneven appearance. can i get an otc med?

Accepted Answer

You could try a 1%: hydrocortisone cream but it would make more sense to have an accurate diagnosis before initiating any treatment plan. See a health care professional (dermatologist) for evaluation and specific treatment recommendations.

Question 10

can hydrocortizone 1% cream be applied for fading of  non-itchy rash on leg which is pityriasis rosea herald patch, on skin for almost 2 months, ?

Accepted Answer

Doubtful: Hydrocortisone is helpful for itchy or inflamed rashes.  We believe that pityriasis is caused by a virus and not inflammatory.  I would expect a herald patch to be accompanied by others by now.  You should consider that this might be another cause such as eczema or lupus.  I would recommend an examination.

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Dry itchy patches of skin on inner thigh, armpits and ankle (not itchy yet). is this due to a recent tick bite? what is going on and what to expect?tx

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Female, 24 yrs. old, philippines. dark, dry, itchy patches in my neck after wearing possibly fake gold necklace. usually skin gets irritated with necklaces but this is the first time it got this bad. looks like burnt skin and is so dry to the touch?

A member asked:

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

A member asked:

I have a super itchy rash on the right outer labia. dry patch of skin slightly darkened. doesn't hurt, no puss. slightly swollen. have hist of eczema

A member asked:

I have a itchy rash looks blike dry skin it started on my chest and behind my knees. ir?

A member asked:

For weeks i've had this dry skin itchy rash on inner eyelids it looks like it's coming out of skin what could this be is it bad?

A member asked:

I have an itchy rash on my testicles, very dry skin which splits and bleeds when scratching...?

A member asked:

Non-itchy rash on sctorum. skin has become very dry and dots are spreading up my penis. wouldn't say burning sensation but definitely feels warm. ?

A member asked:

I have ared itchy rash around the folds of my nose - it appeared about two weeks ago and does not want to go away. gets worse when my hayfever picks up and when my skin is dry. can burn a litle sometimes. has uneven appearance. can i get an otc med?

A member asked:

Can hydrocortizone 1% cream be applied for fading of non-itchy rash on leg which is pityriasis rosea herald patch, on skin for almost 2 months, ?

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