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I have one spot on my back that is scabby and itchy. it has grown slightly larger in area during the week i've had it. i've eczema, but it's different?

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Scabby skin lesion: A scabby skin lesion in someone with eczema is most likely to be an infection. If it doesn't settle or spreads, see your doctor in case you need antibiotics

Answered 9/28/2016

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Dr. John Chiu answered

Fungus?: This may be from a fungus infection (similar to what one gets in athlete's foot). Try an antifungal cream. If not helpful, see your doctor.

Answered 4/17/2016

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A member asked:

I have one spot on my back that is scabby and itchy. it has grown slightly larger in area during the week i've had it. i've eczema, but it's different?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

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