Eczema usually occurs more in children but it can happen to adults to, as you have mentioned this is the first time the problem has occurred for you. In case of eczema, the rash should reduce in a few days. In such cases fungal infections like Tinea, and Seborrhoiec dermatitis, viral infections like Pityriasis Rosea, Infestaions (Scabies) and other dermatological conditions need to be ruled out. If the red patches persists, or increases, then you need to visit your doctor. Avoid any kind of contact with animals till your skin reaction does not reduce. Keep a check on the soap and shower gels which you use as sometimes they might not suit a particular skin. Do nor scratch or rub on the itchy area, wear cool clothes and also keep the skin moisturized always. Keep a check on the food consumed recently, specially milk, nuts, types of meat, fish and so on, and also keep track of any new medicines taken recently. Look closely at the skin and try and identify any bites, stings, rashes, irritation, or dry skin. In any case, the size of the lesion, its appearance, distribution, and the time it persist is important in confirming the diagnosis. Some other possibilities are an allergic response to an insect bite like bed bugs, or due to food allergies. The red patches could most probably be due to an allergic reaction. There are many causes which lead to this such as allergic reactions, childhood infections, hepatitis, iron deficiency (anaemia), or reaction to medications (drug allergy). It can occur all over the body or only one part or portion of the skin. The tingling effect called itching provides an urge to scratch the skin irritation. In some cases it can be treated with home remedy, but at times when it gets severe it requires medical attention. I am 43-years old this is the first time I am facing this problem.ĭr Nameer Abdul Majeed (Specialist Dermatologist, ASTER), replies: Red patches are generally a minor problem caused due to irritation in the skin. Kindly advice what can be the cause and the remedy for it. Now I have some two three as well on my back shoulder. A reader asks: Since one week I have small red patches on my stomach and chest.
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