Dry Skin

[Shazmira]

I moved from a very humid climate to a dry, colder climate/higher altitude this winter. Since moving here, we both have developed rashes throughout our body. Dry skin, kind of scaly but not quite, just noticible, red patches some no bigger than a dime some larger. They itch too. I have to assume that this is due to the climate change, but wonder what would be good treatment. I have tried a combination of a good moisturizer mixed with hydrocortisone cream with no luck.

[BhumikaMD]

Hi,

How are you doing now?

Have you tried oral antihistamine or antiallergic medications? Have they helped with your symptoms?

Have you consulted your dermatologist about your symptoms?

Let us know about how you are doing and post us about what your doctor advises.

Post us if you have any other doubts.

Regards.

[Anita67]

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Good Luck

[BhumikaMD]

Hi,

It could definitely be allergic reactions due to exposure to the new surroundings.

Have you tried oral antihistamine or antiallergic medications? Have they helped with your symptoms?

Apply calamine lotion at the site of the lesions to help soothe the itching.

Let us know about how you are doing and post us about what your doctor advises.

Post us if you have any other doubts.

Regards.

[Shazmira]

No allergies that I know of, although it's a new house, new carpet, flooring, paint, etc., so could be. None of the patches are exposed to sun. None on scalp. All are on torso from legs up to chest. I will seek out a doctor. Am new to this area and don't know anyone yet.

[BhumikaMD]

Hi,

You should avoid sun exposure and use a medicated sunscreen whenever you go out.

You could take some oral antihistamine or antiallergic medications like loratadine or cetrizine and see if it helps with your symptoms. Apply calamine lotion at the site of the lesions to help soothe the itching.

Have you had allergic reactions in the past? Are you allergic to any specific substances?

You would still need to consult your doctor about any other associated symptoms you are having and to rule out a bacterial or fungal infection and whether you need a course of antibiotics or other medications.

Let us know about how you are doing and post us about what your doctor advises.

Regards.