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Dermatology (Expert Forum)
Small circular spot on hip with intense itching
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.
Doctor's Answer
by Alan Rockoff, MD, Aug 17, 2000 12:00AM
, Aug 17, 2000 12:00AM
Debra:
My best guess is that this is localized eczema. My advice
1. Stop worrying!
2. Stop rubbing!
3. Apply 1% hydrocortisone cream (OTC) twice a day, then cover with moisturizing lotion.
4. Use Benadryl cream when it itches.
5. Expect the discoloration to last months before fading.
If this regimen doesn't help, I sugggest you see a dermatologist.
Best.
Dr. Rockoff
My best guess is that this is localized eczema. My advice
1. Stop worrying!
2. Stop rubbing!
3. Apply 1% hydrocortisone cream (OTC) twice a day, then cover with moisturizing lotion.
4. Use Benadryl cream when it itches.
5. Expect the discoloration to last months before fading.
If this regimen doesn't help, I sugggest you see a dermatologist.
Best.
Dr. Rockoff
Member Comments (2)
by Jennifer Jones, Sep 04, 2000 12:00AM
I have had similar situations on my body and I tried a cream you an buy at walmart. It's for jock itch and athlete's foot and also ringworm...I have had this and so have my kids and this cream worked in about a day...the store brand is called TOLNAFTATE cream USP 1%.... I know this sounds crazy but it worked for me. I hope it helps you!!
