Red Bite size itchy mark

I have two bite size red itchy marks on either side of my neck. They are really itchy, and i need to know how i should get rid of them..


This discussion is related to very itchy red blotchy rash on torso, legs arms, back, and neck.

[Bhupinder Kaur, MD]

Hello,
I cannot confirm anything without examination but it can be insect bite or contact dermatitis. Wash the areas several times with fresh water. Do not use any cosmetic products at the sites. You can apply some calamine lotion at the rash as it will help in soothing the skin. You can take some OTC oral antihistamine medications like Benadryl or Claritin and see if it helps.

For mild-moderate symptoms a weak steroid may be used (e.g. hydrocortisone as dermacort), whilst more severe cases require a higher-potency steroid (e.g. clobetasol propionate, fluocinonide) which are avialble by prescription.
If still the symptoms do not improve then please get a clinical examination done by a dermatologist.
Hope it helps. Take care and regards.