Acne on legs and thighs

[Justaquickquestion11]

I have been experiencing acne on my outter thigh and my leg near my knee(towards thigh) Im 22 years old and never had a bad acne problem..this has been like this for about 6 months any thing you can think might cause this?

[bleach120]

Can you please take a look at my question i am seriously concerned

[Bhupinder Kaur, MD]

Hello,
It can be due to folliculitis skin or heat rash or dermatitis skin. Apply some topical antiseptics. Also wear loose-fitting cotton clothing and use an antibacterial soap or mild soap like dove. Avoid any kind of cosmetics. Topical antibiotics like Neosporin is also useful. In case the symptoms persist then oral antibiotics may be needed. Please consult a dermatologist in that case.

It is very difficult to precisely confirm a diagnosis without examination and investigations and the answer is based on the medical information provided. For exact diagnosis, you are requested to consult your dermatologist. Treatment can be started only when the diagnosis is confirmed. I sincerely hope that helps. Take care and please do keep me posted on how you are doing.