No. 16 355 Dermatologist 06.12.2014
Hello, a few days ago a red, round-shaped spot appeared on my leg; it’s peeling, but it doesn’t bother me; it doesn’t itch, it doesn’t itch, what could it be? Attaching photo
Alina Vetrova, Nizhny Novgorod
Alina, good afternoon. No photo. Can't tell without a photo. At random: Akriderm cream 2 times a day for 7 days.
QUESTION FOR CLARIFICATION 12/10/2014 Alina Vetrova, Nizhny Novgorod
Two options: either coin-shaped eczema (http://www.dermatolog-gtn.ru/monetovidnaya_ekzema.html) or fungal infection (http://www.dermatolog-gtn.ru/mikoz_dermatofitiya_kozhi.html)
Hello, I'm in trouble. I accidentally got iodine on my leg! After this, red spots remained, they darkened a little and were very itchy! What can be done?
Question for a dermatologist. Dear doctor! I am writing to you with the following question: Small red dots (pimples) have appeared in the flexural part of my elbow. When I wash myself and rub them with a tap, they turn very red and appear even more, and they also appear when I eat sweets. After some time they pass and leave no traces. But then when they go to wash or eat something sweet, they come out again. I do not know what to do. They don't pass. But I have red allergic spots on my legs. The doctor said that d.
Help! Red spots on the leg, below the knee, look like burst blood vessels in the spot, there was one thing, the doctors couldn’t say anything, it got bigger, there are no symptoms. Please tell me what to do? At least tell me what it is?
Hello! My name is Tatyana, I am 28 years old. Two weeks ago I had the large subcutaneous vein removed on my left leg (combined phlebectomy). Painful lumps appeared along the removed vein. The pain is especially felt when I get up after a long stay in a sitting position. Is this normal? I apply Lyoton. A couple of days ago a large red spot appeared on my foot. It doesn't look like a bruise, it doesn't hurt and it's not warm to the touch. The sensitivity of this foot is also impaired. Three fingers seem to be mute.
The spots on the legs were white, now with a border like lichen, not contagious, no itching! It's like they're eating away at your skin! What kind of diagnosis is this? Dermatologists cannot make a diagnosis. They did a scraping and found nothing! Thank you
Hello! The baby is 1 year old, red spots with blisters appear on the bottom and legs, as if from a burn inside, I apply panthenol ointment, they go away, but new ones appear elsewhere, what could it be and how to treat it? Thank you in advance.
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Dermatophyte fungi are common causative agents of human skin diseases (dermatomycosis). Ringworm on the leg appears as a red patch on the lower leg, thigh, or foot. There are many treatment options, the most reliable way is the use of antifungal agents.
Some types of fungi and bacteria are constantly found in the skin microflora. However, symptoms of the disease in adults more often occur after suffering stress, hormonal changes, and metabolic disorders.
Important! The appearance of lichen is caused not only by infection, but also by the weakness of the immune system, which is unable to cope with the problem.
The appearance of the affected area largely depends on the type of infection. In addition, the reaction of the skin and the entire body to the pathogen and its metabolic products has a significant impact. Before treating a disease, you need to accurately determine the cause.
The main distinguishing signs of skin fungus are discoloration, flaky spots, and itching. A viral infection in humans is often associated with the appearance of small-spotted rashes and blisters.
The fungi that cause ringworm are highly contagious. The causative agents of the disease are transmitted through direct contact with a sick person or animal. Infection is possible when using shared towels, sports equipment, toys and other items.
Areas of redness and peeling on the legs can be lubricated with external agents with antifungal components. They come in different forms, from which it is easy to choose the most suitable means for treating lichen on the legs.
You can treat lichen in the thighs, legs, feet with ointments or gels: Ketoconazole, Terbinafine, Clotrimazole. A spray with the same active ingredients is convenient to use for quickly treating a large lesion. The advantage of ointments is a gradual penetration into the lesion where the fungal cells are located, a longer effect on the pathogen (compared to cream and lotion).
Important! The duration of therapy with antifungal drugs depends on the size of the lichen spots. In advanced cases, ointments should be used for 1–1.5 months.
Terbinafine as part of external agents has a fungicidal effect - it kills the pathogens of ringworm, sun fungus, and skin candidiasis. It is recommended to apply a cream with this active ingredient to spots 1 or 2 times a day. Terbinafine ointment or cream can be used from 12 years of age. The age limit for treatment with the solution is 15 years, with the spray - 18 years.
Yeast-like fungi cause skin diseases in humans. Many red-brown spots appear on the body. In adults, the chest and back are most often affected, in children the legs and arms. If a person sunbathes, the spots do not darken, so they appear light against the background of darkened skin.
Treatment consists of external use of antifungal drugs with ketoconazole and bifonazole, drugs under the general name Nizoral. The lotion or spray is applied to the affected skin, distributed with fingertips and gently rubbed.
External treatment of pityriasis versicolor at home will not cause trouble if the lesion is small. The affected area should be wiped with salicylic alcohol once a day, then Miconazole or Exoderil cream should be applied. If the infectious disease becomes chronic, long-term treatment will be required.
The chronic disease is of infectious-allergic origin. First, one large maternal plaque appears on the waist or abdomen. The color of the spot is pink, with a red flaky border. A week later, the formation of daughter plaques begins on the thighs, chest, and arms. The dimensions of the mother spot are 5 cm, the daughter spots are 2 cm. The skin in the center of the pityriasis rosea plaques turns yellow and is covered with many cracks and scales.
Important! Without treatment, the spots disappear on their own after 2 weeks or after 1–3 months.
After healing, the pink color in the area of the spots remains for some time, then disappears. The formation of lichen and recovery repeats throughout the patient’s life. The skin reacts to strong allergens in foods and dietary disorders. It has been noticed that the spots become more numerous after water treatments, so during an exacerbation of the disease you need to reduce bathing.
Treatment of pityriasis rosea consists of following a diet, external use of a moisturizing lotion, and antibacterial ointment. Antihistamines are taken internally to relieve itching: Fenistil, Parlazin, Cetrin, Zodak.
In difficult cases, you can apply hormonal and combined ointments: Hydrocortisone, Lokoid, Triderm, Belosalik. It is recommended to use such products in short courses - within 5-7 days. If relapses become more frequent, the patient is referred for phototherapy.
The disease occurs with the formation of a rash consisting of flat papules of pinkish-red or crimson color. In the center of each element a small hole (depression) is barely noticeable. The size of the papules is 2–5 mm.
Important! The rash is most often localized on the inner surface of the arms and legs, in the groin, armpits, and chest.
The disease is of an allergic nature, so it is important to follow a hypoallergenic diet. Doctors prescribe sedatives, antihistamines, and vitamins. Ointments with antibiotics and corticosteroids are used externally. The patient feels better after using electrophoresis, paraffin applications, and mud therapy.
Among the folk remedies for lichen in humans, the most popular are celandine, propolis, lemon, birch tar, apple cider vinegar, and garlic. Healing plants and products reduce inflammation and relieve itching. Infusions and tinctures are prepared, which are rubbed into a sore spot or made as a compress.
The effectiveness of treatment is enhanced by careful adherence to personal hygiene. In some cases, doctors recommend following a hypoallergenic diet so as not to aggravate the skin condition. As prescribed by the doctor, they take immunostimulating drugs, bioactive supplements with vitamins C and group B.
Red spots on the legs - what are they? Which specialist can help? More on this later in the article.
First of all, it must be said that the skin first reacts to all problems in the body - if there are any problems inside, it will definitely let you know about it.
That is why experts strongly advise against ignoring the manifestation of even minor skin disorders. The cover is quite sensitive to various stressful situations and emotional stress. The reaction can appear on any part of the body. Red spots often appear on the legs, shoulders, and back. In addition, irritation is usually accompanied by itching and, in some cases, peeling.
To find out why red spots appeared on the legs, for example, it is recommended to consult a therapist. After the examination, the specialist may refer you to a dermatologist.
Red spots on the legs may indicate the development of dermatitis. They are probably the first manifestations of eczema. Often, redness of the skin of the legs is caused by an allergic reaction to certain products, hygiene products, synthetic clothing, and certain medications. At the same time, the red spot that appears on the leg is itchy and itchy. Such allergic manifestations must be treated with comprehensive measures.
Skin diseases of the lower extremities are also very common in medical practice. Mycosis is very often detected. This disease develops as a result of the penetration of a pathological fungus. Therefore, when identifying the cause of the development of redness, you should get tested for fungus. Once the diagnosis is confirmed, antifungal agents are usually prescribed.
Often red spots on various parts of the body, including the lower extremities, are present from birth. In other cases, they may appear with age. According to experts, this phenomenon may indicate the development of a benign tumor (hemangioma). As a rule, the treatment of such spots is prescribed surgically.
A fairly common cause of the formation of areas of redness in women is considered to be varicose veins in the initial stage. In this case, red spots on the lower leg are accompanied by pain, heaviness, discomfort and an unpleasant sensation of “pins and needles”. If such symptoms occur, you should contact a phlebologist. At the initial stage of the disease, a doctor may prescribe an ultrasound scan of the lower extremities. As you know, varicose veins can contribute to the development of serious complications. The most common consequences of an “uncured” disease include thrombophlebitis, trophic ulcers, eczema and others.
Pigmented areas often appear on the skin of the legs. These spots may indicate disorders of the digestive tract and metabolic processes. In addition, in some cases they are also genetic in nature. Pigmentation can occur as a result of exposure to infrared, ultraviolet or x-ray radiation. In such cases, therapeutic measures should be taken together with a vascular surgeon, endocrinologist and dermatologist.
Scaly red spots may indicate the onset of the development of a disease such as pityriasis rosea. This skin lesion is contagious. Under the influence of various lotions and other home remedies, the condition can only worsen. A dermatologist should treat the disease.
There is also a disease called hemosiderosis of the skin, which is manifested by the appearance of red spots. Predisposing factors to its development are considered to be disturbances in the blood circulation, most often in the lower extremities. The development of primary hemosiderosis is influenced by infectious diseases, neuroendocrine disorders, and vascular pathologies. Secondary formation of the disease is typical for areas where skin lesions have already developed.
Pigment cells are responsible for normal shade and even skin color. Violation of their formation and functioning leads to the appearance of red spots on the legs and other parts of the body. In addition, this symptom can be provoked by vascular pathologies associated with internal and external damage to the walls of small arteries and veins.
As stated, the problem under consideration is provoked by two main factors - pigment and vascular disorders. The second type, in turn, is divided into the following types of stains:
We will look at each type of symptom in more detail below.
Red spots appeared on the legs without other signs
There are several reasons to explain this clinical phenomenon:
It is worth noting that allergies in the form of red spots on the legs often occur due to taking certain medications, products, and are an immune response to contact with animal hair and household dust.
In such situations, the problem is solved quite simply by eliminating irritants from everyday life, changing hygiene cosmetics, clothes, and providing the skin with proper care. But more often the pathology in question has more serious causes.
Red spot on leg itches
Itching, as well as peeling, thickening or ulceration of tumors may indicate the presence of the following diseases:
The rarest disease on this list is hemosiderosis. It is characterized by the appearance of red-brown formations on the skin of the legs, which over time spread to other parts of the body.
Hemangioma is a benign tumor that looks like a bright red or scarlet spot, slightly protruding above the surface of the epidermis.
The most difficult thing to cope with is psoriasis, since this pathology is of autoimmune origin and is currently considered incurable.
Eczema, dermatitis, vasculitis, roseola, lichen, syphilis and streptoderma are inflammatory lesions due to the penetration of a viral or bacterial infection into the body.
Mycosis is caused by the proliferation of yeast-like fungi on the surface of the skin, spreads quickly, and causes unbearable itching.
Bowen's disease looks very similar to psoriasis, but without timely treatment it can develop into cancer (squamous cell).
Red spots on the lower legs
This phenomenon is most typical for diabetes mellitus. In this case, the spots have clearly defined edges and are very different in color from normal skin. It is important to begin their treatment immediately, since such formations quickly develop into trophic ulcers.
Also, red-violet spots, sometimes with blue spots, appear on the shins due to circulatory problems - varicose veins, thrombocytopenic purpura, thrombophlebitis. As a rule, they are accompanied by weakness, pain in the limbs, and aching joints.
No. 4 185 Dermatologist 12/20/2012
Hello! About a month ago, a dry sore appeared on my leg, with redness all around (all together about a cm in diameter). A week later, an ulcer appeared at the site of the sore. I went to a dermatologist and they said there was nothing wrong. They prescribed treatment with geoxyzol and chlorhexidine for 5 days. So, 3 weeks have passed since my visit to the doctor, the ulcer has disappeared. But the redness remained. Moreover, it is growing in size (already 2.5 cm). And the color is uneven (like there are a lot of red spots, I’m attaching the photo). Tell me what it is, how serious it is and how to treat it?
Lazareva Marina, Nizhny Novgorod
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