Anonymous

4 years

Eczema rashes on arm, elbow area

Lately my eczema and rashes are getting worse on the arms area, front and back elbow. Usually lotion or calamine can sooth the itchiness but this time it gets worse. The area become darker and dry, scaly

Dr Ramzdhan,

4 years

The following answers regarding your current queries are just general descriptions due to the limited information provided by you. Click on this link (DoctorOnCall) for a private consultation with our doctors.

I understand that you are concern with your eczema that is currently facing some flares. For youe information, there are many reasons that can trigger the exacerbation of your ezcema. These include pollen, stress, cold, detergent and many more. Hence, it is highly advisable to identify trigger and avoid them as much as you can. The main treatment for eczema is to use double based emolient. This is to ensure that your skin stays hydrated to reduce itchy sensation. Nevertheless, with the description of your condition, you may need medical treatment that is more potent to treat your eczema. We need more information to assess if you need the treatment or otherwise. There are several questions that we need to enquire from you to explore different possibilities and making conclusions regarding your complaints.

Therefore, please click on this link (DoctorOnCall) to speak with our doctors online. We assure you that our conversations are kept in confidentiality unless additional consultation needed with other medical parties. Thank you.

AdobeStock_41699827

Do you know that your immune system plays role in the effectiveness of vaccines?

Prevention is better than cure. Is My Body Ready to Fight Infection? Find Out in only 5 short minutes!

Health Forum

Explore health related questions.