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Dermatology (Expert Forum)
Unidentified skin patches
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.
Unidentified skin patches
by lily, Aug 14, 2000 12:00AM
My daughter presented with what seemed to be a minor scrape on her shin about 10 days ago. I covered it with a bandaid and didn't give another thought to it,until a couple days ago when I noticed the area had become larger and was oozing with a dry scaly look to it. We also found similar areas on her back and the base of her buttocks. The new areas seem to begin with a pimple like appearance and progress from there. She also complains of itching. I tried Neosporin on the bandaid one time and didn't see any improvement. I should mention my daughter is sensitive to certain laundry detergents and I did change the whitener that I use recently. Could this be the problem?
Doctor's Answer
by Alan Rockoff, MD, Aug 15, 2000 12:00AM
, Aug 15, 2000 12:00AM
Lily:
I'm not sure, but your daughter might have a superfical skin infection called impetigo. I'd apply bacitracin or neosporin ointment (OTC), and see your pediatrician. Not serious, but should be treated.
Best.
Dr. Rockoff
I'm not sure, but your daughter might have a superfical skin infection called impetigo. I'd apply bacitracin or neosporin ointment (OTC), and see your pediatrician. Not serious, but should be treated.
Best.
Dr. Rockoff
Member Comments (2)
by Jim, Sep 10, 2000 12:00AM
She may also have "ringworm" which is a fungal infection of the skin. It often begins a small red pimple and spreads out in a ring pattern from there. It does itch. It can be contagious. It is usually treated easily and effectively with an an anti-fungal medication.
