My Chid's Chronic Rash

[Nafziger22]

My son (age 7) has a chronic recurring rash on both of his ankles (mostly on the inner ankle area).  It is an itchy rash that looks like red pimples and red splotches.  It also appears on the backs of his knees in big red sploches.  It seems to only occur in the summer months and gets progressively worse each summer.  He has had this every year since about age 3.  He also suffers from molluscum (which is dormant on his skin right now).  I have tried putting 1% hydrocortisone cream daily and just keeping it moisturized with lotions.  This helps a little, but it never goes away.  I plan to take him to the dermotologist if I can not find an over-the-counter product that will work on this rash.  Does this sound like something you can diagnose or give me a recommendation for what to use on this?  Thank you very much!!

[Macp1986]

hey ..this one is really easy...Its time to get some new laundry detergant.   Especially childeren..have super sensitive skin.  Laundry soap can remain in rinsed socks even after they are dry,  also in the shoe itself.

[Macp1986]

Or heat rash.

[Bhupinder Kaur, MD]

Hello,
I cannot confirm anything without examination but it can be eczema or heat rash. Eczema is a form of chronic dermatitis (rash).Allergic reaction is one of the important causes of eczema. Allergic reaction can occur to strong soaps, Solvents, chemicals, certain foods, food additives, plants, metals, cosmetics, even urine and faeces of some animals (dust mites).
I feel that you should consult a pediatrician and discuss it with him.
Hope it helps. Take care and please do keep me posted on how your son is doing or if you have any additional queries. Warm regards.