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itchy rash

my husband is 70 yrs old. Has had a rash for weeks, on his chest, back, arms and hands The itchjing is driving him crazy. Got Cortizone cream from Dr. but doesn't help. His back is really plastered with red spots.At first
he was told it was dry skin, but it isn't. He has nothing new in his diet, no changes that it can be blamed on.
It spreads to other areas. Please help!
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Thankyou for your help. He is still Doctoring for it and they didn't seem to think it was Pityriasis rosea. He goes back this week after having a biopsy and blood work so we will see!
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Hello,
One of the possibilities for such symptoms could be pityriasis rosea. Pityriasis rosea is a common human skin disease which presents as numerous patches of pink or red oval rash. The rash may be accompanied by low-grade headache, fever, nausea and fatigue and itching. Topical and oral steroids are needed. Water, sweat, and soap may cause irritation and should be avoided in the disease. Topical zinc oxide and calamine lotion are useful for pruritus.
But for exact diagnosis, confirmation needs to be done first for which he has to consult a dermatologist.

I hope it helps. Take care and regards.

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