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Why Are My Armpits So Itchy
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Why are my palms so red and itchy?
Inflammation: Hard to say what the problem is, but you may have a fungal infection of the hands, you may have a medication reaction and you may have other problems. Allergic reactions present this way. I would recommend you to be seen by your pcp and get appropriately evaluated. ...Read more
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Itching (Definition)
Itches are a clinical finding in which a person's skin has a sensation of non-painful irritation ...Read more
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Why are my feet swollen and itchy?
See details: There are several possible causes. You should have a doctor evaluate the issue and then you will know. ...Read more
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Why are my breast itchy?
Not sure: I recommend seeing your family doctor to determine the cause. ...Read more
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Hello Doctor. I have very itchy white lumps growing on my hands feet elbows and legs they are really painful to touch. What are they?
Best way to: diagnose is to take a few high quality pictures of the rash and upload to Helathtap doctor on call via video. Best wishes to you. ...Read more
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Why are my breast hurting so bad and itchy.
Common: Breast pain and itchiness are vague complaints and it would be impossible to give you a definitive answer. If pregnancy is possible take a home pregnancy test. Skin disorders, weight gain, friction from clothing, are a few of the other common causes. At age 36 a breast exam is warranted. ...Read more
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What are these red itchy patches and little bumps under my armpits, it happens when i wear t-shirts.
See details: I doubt it is related to tee shirts. Change or better yet just stop your deodorant and do not shave or irritate the armpits for a couple of weeks and see if it clears. ...Read more
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What are reasons why my eyes always feel red and itchy?
Several options: Redness and itchiness are most commonly symptoms of dry eye, blepharitis and ocular allergies. Lubricating eye drops may help, otherwise there are lid scrubs with baby shampoo to treat blepharitis, and lastly, eye drops or allergy pills if the cause may be allergies. Please get an evaluation from an eye care professional to sort out your problem. Best of luck. ...Read more
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Why are my hands red and itchy?
Not much to go on...: Without more information even a clairvoyant may be stumped, but i've seen this at times in an allergic reaction - hives. If it stays localized, it's not too serious but it can suddenly spread. If it spreads to internal places and includes swelling it can be, quite rapidly, very dangerous. If you can take benadryl, (diphenhydramine) take a dose now. It may go away. If not, go to urgent care or er. They'll handle it. ...Read more
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I keep getting these dry, red spots on my nipples. What could they be? Sometimes they itch really bad. They are really sensitive. It's on both nipples
Get it checked: It is very difficult to tell what the dry red spots could be without looking at it visually.I suggest you have it checked by your doctor or a dermatologist it may be eczema, contact dermatitis, tinea infection or something else. Get it checked. ...Read more
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Why are my boobs and nipples very itchy??
Consider bra allergy: It is possible you could be allergic to a material in one or more of your bras. It could also be just irritation from rubbing while you're running. If this is an issue some people use bandaids to help avoid the irritation. Nipple eczema is also a possibility and usually requires treatment with topical steroids (as well as moisturizers) and avoiding harsh soaps. ...Read more
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Why are my palms red?
There is a list...: There is a fairly long list of reasons the palms can be red. Sometimes this can be normal, but I have had a few patients present with this and sometimes we do not find out for a few weeks or months when other symptoms develop. Liver disease, pregnancy, thyroid problems, pregnancy, psoriasis, allergy, and erythema multiforme are just a few of the possible causes. If it persists, i'd see an md. ...Read more
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My hands are swollen and itchy.Why is this? They feel really tight and swollen.And they are red
Allergy: You may have touched something you are allergic to. If you have started a new medication it may be related. If it does not go away onits own see your doctor. Avoid salt to minimize the swelling, avoid scratching to decrease the redness, and take a benedry to decrease the itching and calm your nerves. ...Read more
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Why are my nipples itchy and sore?
Different cause: many things can irritate the nipple area think about any changes with detergents when washing your bra Also foods can also cause breast soreness like coffee, chocolate, anything that contains caffeine manipulation can also cause this you should see your doctor for a thorough breast exam. ...Read more
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My underarms are itchy and red what could it be?
Visit your doc: Many things: fungus, allergy/dermititis, infection, lice.
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Why are my babys palms so hot?
Kids are different: It is normal for some kids to have warm palms/soles. Nothing to be alarmed about. ...Read more
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I have patches of bumps that arent ichty but theyre all over my body. what are they?
Hard to tell: Rashes and skin problems really need to be seen for a doctor to get a good idea what it is. These bumps can be warts, a drug reaction, viral infection, bacterial infection, yeast infection, bug bites, parasites etc ... Not itchy make it sound less like yeast infection, but it's really difficult to tell. Go to your doctor or a dermatologist to get a better guess as to what are these bumps. ...Read more
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My heels and palms are itchy what is that?
possible fungal : You may have fungal infection that is transferred to your palms as you scratch. ...Read more
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Itchy lumps all over my legs and arms they are my skin colour and really itch.
Hives: What you describe sounds like hives, a nonspecific reaction of the skin that commonly occurs during an allergic response to some trigger. The trigger to the reaction can be many things; new food, bug bite, reaction to sun screen, etc. Lots of possibilities but only your own detective work may figure it out.Benedryl often helps with the itch. ...Read more
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Any reason why are my fingers swollen and itchy?
Itchy skin: There are many things that could cause the skin to itch. Several types of inflammatory conditions of the skin, allergic reactions, and sometimes bacterial, viral or fungal infections can cause rashes on the skin. Insect bites can also be the cause of a rash on the skin. Have it evaluated by a professional and get the appropriate treatment. ...Read more