How to manage red circular lesions in my lower extremities?

Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I understand your concern and will try to help you with it.

Red circular lesions can be fungal infections, lichen planus, or drug rash. I would recommend you upload the photographs of the rash so that I can have a clear picture of the condition and can guide you accordingly. Kindly answer the following questions:

• Duration of the rash.
• Is there any history of itching or burning associated with it?
• Do you have similar lesions anywhere else on the body?

Thank you for consulting me.

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Thank you.

Hi,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

I read and understand your concern.

I have reviewed the attached photographs (attachment removed to protect patient identity).

According to me, you have developed discoid eczema. It is a condition that causes itchy, red, scattered, dry, and cracked skin. I would recommend you apply high-potency steroids like Clobetasol propionate or Betamethasone cream on the affected areas twice daily. Along with this, apply a moisturizing lotion containing white soft paraffin and light liquid paraffin over the entire legs twice or thrice a day. If the rash is associated with itching, take antihistamines like Levocetirizine 5 mg once or twice daily, depending on the intensity of the itching. Continue this treatment for 2 weeks and revert back. Also, avoid using harsh soaps for bathing. Use lukewarm water instead of hot water for bathing. Wear cotton trousers and avoid heaters, as all these will increase dryness and cause more lesions to appear.

Looking forward to your response in order to help you.

Thank you.