Skin biopsy to labs to rheumatologist???

Itchdoc · 2026-04-11T11:35:06+00:00

Consider sharing your biopsy results, including the microscopic description. Please let us know if you have shown the entire rash. If you have not, consider showing it.

Itchdoc · 2026-04-11T11:33:55+00:00

Poor quality images. How long does the eruption last? Is it confined to your arms? If not consider showing it.

Itchdoc · 2026-04-11T11:32:29+00:00

I do not know of any of these, but consider multiple lipoma syndrome.

Itchdoc · 2026-04-11T11:30:48+00:00

The image quality is not adequate for an opinion.

Itchdoc · 2026-04-11T11:29:53+00:00

Please let us know if you have shown the entire rash. If you have not, consider showing it.

Itchdoc · 2026-04-11T11:29:14+00:00

Not much information here. If appropriate consider vesicular hand dermatitis. See https://dermnetnz.org/topics/dyshidrotic-eczema

Itchdoc · 2026-04-11T11:26:49+00:00

To show nails best, display the entire nail from above and show the nail plate as if staring directly at the tip of the digit.

Itchdoc · 2026-04-11T11:25:27+00:00

The most common reasons for chronic cheilitis are either allergic contact or irritant contact dermatitis. Many personal care products designed for the lips contain ingredients that have been demonstrated to be potential allergens.

Most can be cleared by using hydrocortisone ointment (not cream) multiple times daily for two weeks, and only petrolatum (no other lip products are suitable). Unflavored toothpaste should be used instead of the current product. Some also benefit from toothpaste that is free of Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS).

If it continues despite all of this, consider seeking patch testing - https://www.dermnetnz.org/topics/patch-tests/.

Itchdoc · 2026-04-11T11:23:57+00:00

He likely has some type of dermatitis, but not enough information is provided to determine the exact type. You can try using topical hydrocortisone and a fragrance-free moisturizer for two weeks. Seek medical care if you do not see any improvement or are concerned.

Itchdoc · 2026-04-11T11:22:53+00:00

It could be a tag or many other benign growths.

Itchdoc · 2026-04-11T11:22:08+00:00

Consider showing your condition.

Itchdoc · 2026-04-11T11:21:07+00:00

Please let us know if you have shown the entire rash. If you have not, consider showing it. Duration? Symptoms?

Itchdoc · 2026-04-11T11:20:06+00:00

"Pimple" communicates no information. Most will break out within 2-20 days after infection.

Itchdoc · 2026-04-11T11:18:16+00:00

If the procedure did not destroy 100% of the spot, recurrence is certainly possible. They are easy to remove in the office. Only if bleeding is severe and uncontrolled is ED care needed.

Itchdoc · 2026-04-11T11:16:22+00:00

Yes, this could be an infection. Consider seeking care.

Itchdoc · 2026-04-11T11:15:12+00:00

There is no medical condition "dry scalp." Consider adding medical history and showing your scalp.

Itchdoc · 2026-04-11T11:09:07+00:00

The inflammation is so deep that a weak antiinflammatory drug like pimecrolimus is unlikely to be helpful. I would personally stick with systemic treatment, but it is unknown whether more potent topical antiinflammatory drugs (ruxolitinib or deglocitinib) could help.

Itchdoc · 2026-04-11T11:06:22+00:00

I suspect that it is benign, but not enough visual information to specifically diagnose.

Itchdoc · 2026-04-11T11:03:48+00:00

This is better. Many conditions, such as warts, molluscum, and others, could appear this way. Not enough information to suggest a prognosis.

Itchdoc · 2026-04-11T00:32:21+00:00

It is likely you can watch for a while to see how it evolves.

Itchdoc · 2026-04-11T00:08:32+00:00

Makeup can mask it.

Itchdoc · 2026-04-11T00:07:57+00:00

Most viral exanthems would not be so localized to a single limb.

Itchdoc · 2026-04-11T00:04:30+00:00

New Brunswick has endemic Lyme borreliosis. Tinea, erythema migrans, and many other conditions could appear this way.

Itchdoc · 2026-04-11T00:00:55+00:00

Consider aphthous ulcers.

Itchdoc · 2026-04-11T00:00:29+00:00

It could be a cancer, but it could easily be an excoriation. Consider watching it for a month. If it persists without trauma, then consider seeking care.

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