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[palval]

God morning. Dr. I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. my doctor prescribed me with Metformin. I don't remember exactly when I began to itch severely, but close to me taking the medication, My head bgan to itch ery badly. a red blotchy rash developed down my shin, as well as my chest, back and up my elbow. I was also wondering if the rash could have developed freom me eating sugary treats and chocoate? please let me know whatever you can think of.

                                                                                                               Thank You.


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[BhumikaMD]

Hi,

This seems unlikely to be a side effect of metformin.

It could be eczema, sweat dermatitis, allergic reactions or eczema.

You need to wash the areas several times with fresh water. Do not use any cosmetic products at the sites.

Apply calamine lotion at the site of the lesions and see if it helps. You could take some oral antihistamine medications like cetrizine or loratadine. You need to maintain a good personal hygiene .

Anti-itch drugs, often antihistamine, may reduce the itch during a flare up of eczema, and the reduced scratching in turn reduces damage and irritation to the skin.

For mild-moderate eczema a weak steroid may be used (e.g. hydrocortisone or desonide), whilst more severe cases require a higher-potency steroid (e.g. clobetasol propionate, fluocinonide).

Eczema can be exacerbated by dryness of the skin. Moisturizing is one of the most important self-care treatments for sufferers of eczema. Keeping the affected area moistened can promote skin healing and relief of symptoms.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eczema

Let us know if you need any further information.

It would be advisable to consult a skin specialist for the symptoms and a proper clinical examination.

Let us know if you need any other information and post us on how she is doing.

Regards.