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I have a rash on my foot since a year. What is that?

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Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

I have a weird rash on my foot. That has been persistently itchy, peeling and building. It does not burn, but it is unappetizing to look at. I do take Lyderm for it. It seems to stop the itching, but not the spreading of the rash. It has been on my leg for a year now. Please help.

Answered by Dr. Salah Saad Hassan Shoman

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MBBS

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Dr. Salah Saad Hassan Shoman is a General Medicine Specialist. He can diagnose and treat a wide range of acute and chronic medical conditions. He can manage lifestyle disorders such as diabetes, hypertension, and obesity. He can provide preventive healthcare, health screenings, and immunizations. He can provide patient counseling on nutrition, exercise, and mental well-being. He can provide interpretation of diagnostic tests and laboratory reports. He help to manage respiratory, gastrointestinal, and cardiovascular diseases.  

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Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com. This is most probably stasis dermatitis (attachment removed to protect patient identity), which occurs in people with poor circulation and in serious cases may develop into ulcers. Stasis dermatitis commonly affects individuals over 50, particularly those with heart conditions, excess weight, or extended periods of sitting. Its symptoms encompass skin discoloration, itchiness, scaling, and the development of ulcers. To alleviate these symptoms, it's advisable to refrain from prolonged standing or sitting, elevate your feet when seated, and utilize compression socks. Employing remedies like Lanolin, Calamine, topical antibiotics such as Neomycin, Benzocaine, and numbing agents could be beneficial. Utilizing moist bandages and, if necessary, topical steroid creams might also be helpful. However, seeking guidance from a specialist is essential; discuss your condition, treatment options, and proceed with their expert consent.

Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At December 20, 2016
Reviewed At August 16, 2023

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Salah Saad Hassan Shoman is a General Medicine Specialist. He can diagnose and treat a wide range of acute and chronic medical conditions. He can manage lifestyle disorders such as diabetes, hypertension, and obesity. He can provide preventive healthcare, health screenings, and immunizations. He can provide patient counseling on nutrition, exercise, and mental well-being. He can provide interpretation of diagnostic tests and laboratory reports. He help to manage respiratory, gastrointestinal, and cardiovascular diseases.  

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Salah Saad Hassan Shoman is a General Medicine Specialist. He can diagnose and treat a wide range of acute and chronic medical conditions. He can manage lifestyle disorders such as diabetes, hypertension, and obesity. He can provide preventive healthcare, health screenings, and immunizations. He can provide patient counseling on nutrition, exercise, and mental well-being. He can provide interpretation of diagnostic tests and laboratory reports. He help to manage respiratory, gastrointestinal, and cardiovascular diseases.  

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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