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Dermatology (Expert Forum)
Do rashes cause feet/joint problems?
Answered by
Alan Rockoff, MD - dermatology, Child Skin Problems
The Rockoff Dermatology Center
Brookline - MA
This forum is for questions regarding Dermatology issues, such as: skin rashes, acne, birthmarks, skin infections, rosacea, and general skin care.
Do rashes cause feet/joint problems?
by mzt, Oct 13, 2001 12:00AM
History: I had plantar fascitis last May and was on anti-inflamatory meds (from Advil to Mobic). I got off of my hormone therapy the last week of July (and have felt so much better mentally--less draggy, and realized I didn't have a depression. I developed a rash the first week of August. Two things stood out: had some oriental rugs brought to my house for possible purchase and also did some serious transplanting of primroses. I first noticed the skin above my knees was raised (like elephant skin)and seemed flat white raised bumps under the skin. It was there, on my shins and backs of upper/lower arms. Itched like crazy for a few days--scratch one site and they all went crazy! Then only sporadically. Cortisone creams made it itch more--anything that kept it moist did that. Stopped using all lotions. Only Ivy Rest or Witch Hazel helped. It is mid October and August 24-25 I had a fever and dizziness. In late August, Sept, my feet started to hurt(plantar fascitis disappeared), my knees ache and my legs ache. I can hardly walk. Is there any connection? Been to internist and dermatologist. Diagnosis: Possible contact dermatitis, viral, or ecxema. The rash can still be felt and will turn red if scratched. What's going on?
Doctor's Answer
by Alan Rockoff, MD, Oct 13, 2001 12:00AM
, Oct 13, 2001 12:00AM
I don't know. The constellation fo signs and symptoms you describe does not add up to any condition with which I'm familiar. I suggest ignoring the symptoms if possible, or treating them with mositure lotions if the bumps trouble you. If the rash gets worse, perhaps your dermatologist can do a biopsy.
Best.
Dr. Rockoff
Best.
Dr. Rockoff
