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What are the red itchy bumps on my ankles?

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Hello doctor,

I have red itchy bumps on both legs and ankles. They keep recurring for months. I have attached the pictures for your reference.

Please help.
Answered by Dr. Jyotisterna Mittal

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Jyotisterna Mittal is a seasoned General Practitioner with a specialization in Dermatology, Venereology, and Cosmetology, and extensive experience in the management of AIDS-related skin conditions. She holds an MBBS and an MD in Dermatology from Baba Farid University of Health Sciences. With over 15 years of clinical experience, Dr. Mittal offers expert care in both medical and surgical dermatology, addressing a wide range of skin, hair, and cosmetic concerns. She is currently practicing in Amritsar, Punjab, India, where she is dedicated to delivering comprehensive, evidence-based dermatological care.

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Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I have read your query in detail and viewed the attached pictures (attachment removed to protect patient identity) and do understand your concern.

Let me know whether the itching occurs predominantly at night. Are any other family members or roommates are affected? Do you suffer from any other allergies?

I suggest you take antihistamines like the tablet Levocetirizine 5 mg twice daily. Also, a combination of steroids like Mometasone or Clobetasol and antibiotic like Fusidic acid to be applied over it twice daily for a week.

Avoid using soap over this area for a week. Apply emollients twice to thrice a day.

Hope it helps.

Thank you.

Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At April 7, 2016
Reviewed At March 2, 2026

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Jyotisterna Mittal is a seasoned General Practitioner with a specialization in Dermatology, Venereology, and Cosmetology, and extensive experience in the management of AIDS-related skin conditions. She holds an MBBS and an MD in Dermatology from Baba Farid University of Health Sciences. With over 15 years of clinical experience, Dr. Mittal offers expert care in both medical and surgical dermatology, addressing a wide range of skin, hair, and cosmetic concerns. She is currently practicing in Amritsar, Punjab, India, where she is dedicated to delivering comprehensive, evidence-based dermatological care.

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Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Jyotisterna Mittal is a seasoned General Practitioner with a specialization in Dermatology, Venereology, and Cosmetology, and extensive experience in the management of AIDS-related skin conditions. She holds an MBBS and an MD in Dermatology from Baba Farid University of Health Sciences. With over 15 years of clinical experience, Dr. Mittal offers expert care in both medical and surgical dermatology, addressing a wide range of skin, hair, and cosmetic concerns. She is currently practicing in Amritsar, Punjab, India, where she is dedicated to delivering comprehensive, evidence-based dermatological care.

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