If you had a persistent itch that flared up with scratching and was not eczema or hives tied to allergy what could it be?
There are numerous causes of itchy skin. If it flares up when you scratch then it could simply be a reaction to the scratching that causes the area to become inflamed. In other words, you have “kitten soft”, sensitive skin. Or it could be dry skin that is causing the itch. Or fungus, parasites or insect bites. It could be a contact dermatitis such as a reaction to soap, poison ivy or nickle. Or it could be psychological because sometimes people experience an itching feeling that has no physical cause. Itchy skin could also be due to more serious medical conditions. Nerve disorders caused by diabetes, pinched nerves, and shingles can cause severe itching. Chronic kidney disease can cause itching. Uremia is a syndrome that occurs when the kidneys are severely damaged and cannot filter toxins from the body. With uremia, itching tends to be worse at night. It most commonly affects the back, arms and abdomen.For home relief, try a good moisturizing cream or an over the counter anti-itch hydrocortisone cream. Choose mild soaps without dyes or perfumes and use unscented laundry detergent when you wash clothes. Avoid irritants to the skin like sun, cold and wind, or that can cause an allergic reaction such as nickle and wool. And as I mentioned above, don’t scratch. Scratching can lead to further damage and inflammation and can worsen the itching.Source:Itchy skin (pruritus): Causes, treatment, and home remedies
What is the best cream for jock itch in India?
Fungal infections are hard to treat since they spread easily. Be careful while treating them( Keep the infected area dry). Don't depend on one topical cream use two types alternatively as fungus develops resistance.Clotrimazole, clobetasol etc.. are not highly effective. I suggest sertaconazole and terbinafine. Use them alternatively for a week or two. Best thing is to consult a dermatologist since some oral drugs can alleviate. Try to chew raw garlic cloves (2-3) per day with ginger 3-4 gm per day. If you want to treat it without topical creams, you can use tea tree oil(it is highly effective but make sure to dilute(20-40%) it with coconut oil before applying.Disclaimer: This should not be treated as an alternative to medical advice, do discuss with your dermatologist before following it.
What is the best itching and rash cream in India?
The best itching and rash cream in India is Sirona rash cream. It is an natural anti crafting rash cream for both men and women, and babies ,it includes rash cream for adults, rash cream diaper.
Which is the best antifungal cream to cure jock itch, ring worm?
Most ringworm infections of the skin, such as jock itch, can be treated at home with antifungalcreams and powders you can buy without a prescription. But have your doctor look at any infection that does not go away, is severe, or comes back. To treat jock itch, follow these steps:Wash the rash with soap and water. Spread an antifungal cream over the rash. Apply the cream beyond the edge of the rash.Use an antifungal cream or powder that contains terbinafine, miconazole, or clotrimazole. You can buy these products without a prescription. Brand names include Lamisil, Lotrimin, Micatin, and Monistat. Follow the directions on the package, and don't stop using the medicine just because your symptoms go away. Use the medicine exactly as the label says. If symptoms do not improve after 2 weeks, call your doctor.In rare cases, ringworm of the skin causes large areas of blisters. If your ringworm forms blisters, you can use compresses (such as Burow's compress, which you can buy without a prescription) to soothe and dry out the blisters. After the skin is dried out, use antifungal creams that you can buy without a prescription.If you have jock itch and athlete's foot, you should treat both to prevent reinfecting your groin when you put on your underwear.And finally you can have fluconazole tablet ,but before you start go to your physician once for consultation about the doses and duration of the medicine.
Can I use antifungal and antibacterial creams on the same spot when a skin rash cause is unknown?
Interesting question.The bottom line is that if you aren’t sure what the cause of the rash is, you need to have a health professional (nurse practitioner/doctor) look at it.It is very unlikely to have both a fungal infection with a bacterial infection UNLESS the patient is immunosuppressed (on cancer treatment, HIV, high dose steroids).If you put both creams on, one of them will work to rid yourself of the rash. They both do not interact with each other as their mechanism of action is different!But in terms of rashes, this is my approach below:There are many different causes of skin rashes and not all of them are infective in cause.I tend to break the causes of rashes down into:Red + scalyRed and non scalyPustularBlisteringIt is then important to work out what the cause could be.Antifungals are used for fungal rashes which can be red and scaly/pustular or blisters.Similarly antibacterials can be used for rashes that are red and non scaly/pustular or blistering rashes.Hope that helps.
Painful, itchy, red, raised bumps on hands and fingers?
So every couple times a year (more often in the winter) I get this cycle of skin bumps on my hands. First it starts off with itchy red bumps on my fingers. Maybe about 12-15 bumps each about the size of a pencil eraser. If you touch them the red disappears for a few seconds and then comes back. Bumps show up if I hit my hands on anything or if I am writing with a pen the bumps show up where the pen touches my fingers. After they stop being itchy they become painful. Very sensitive. Then they become raised up and still painful. Then they start to go away (after about 2-3weeks) and the skin breaks where the red bump was. You wouldn't be able to tell I have this unless I specifically show you. It has been going on for about four years and no doctor can tell me what it is. It is soooo annoying and can even make bending my fingers seem difficult (not a joint issue) ANY INFO would be very helpful. I use to also get it on my feet. I do not get it on my feet anymore.