darkening of the skin accompanied by eczema

hyperpigmentation(darkening) of the skin on the left upper back (Trapezoid M.), itches at times, texturized (rough to touch) , 2-3 year duration. Ethnicity: Latin, brown skin.

[jagesh50]

Possibly a nummular dermatitis.Application of hydrocortisone would help.

[Bhupinder Kaur, MD]

Hello,
From the symptoms it looks like eczema. 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.
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).Also apply a good moisturizer on the skin.

If still the symptoms do not improve then pls get a clinical examination done by a dermatologist.Biopsy of the skin may be needed to confirm the diagnosis and pityriasis rosea has to be ruled out.

Hope it helps.Take care and pls do keep me posted on how you are doing or if you have any additional doubts.Kind regards.