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A 17-year-old female asked:
I am experiencing rash (quality: itchiness, red or bluish purple, flaking or scaling, bumpy) . the following also describe me: burning sensation, flaky skin, dry or cracking skin, skin redness or irritation, and painful skin. what should i do?
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in
Dr. Robert Kwokanswered
Pediatrics 35 years experience
Many possibilities..: Itchy spots can be from many causes, such as: hives, viral infections, medication causes, hot-tub rashes, heat rashes, reactions to creams or lotions, allergic reactions to some things (including foods), internal medical disorders, etc... That means a rash that persists or is worrisome in appearance should be examined. Hydrocortisone cream is sometimes used for a week, to decrease a rash or itch.
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