Aa
Aa
A
A
A
Close
Avatar universal

Small, round, non-itching dry patches on legs?

Hi, I first noticed a small, roundish dry patch on the outside of my right calf a few months ago. It does not itch or otherwise bother me in any way, so I ignored it, and it seems to have subsided slightly. Now I have a second one on the inside of my left thigh! I have just been putting bag balm on them to keep them moisturized; now they no longer appear dry, but I can tell where they are because the skin there is slightly raised. After I shower, they appear pinker. What could they be? I can't really afford a doctor right now, especially for something non-life-threatening, but I don't want these weird dry patches multiplying even more. Possibly could it be ringworm? There is no clearly defined 'ring,' but they are round. Help!
3 Responses
Sort by: Helpful Oldest Newest
Avatar universal
We are on the same boat bro, use anti-fungal oinment or gel on it,and you should take some drugs orally
Helpful - 0
Avatar universal
Hi,
I have small red circular dry skin i have applied excessive amouts of moisturiser and alooe vera gel. This does not seem to be moving it. Since the first one i have had three more appear. What could this be and what could treat this?

Thanks
Helpful - 0
563773 tn?1374246539
MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL
Hello,
Without examination,confirmation of a diagnosis is tough but it can be pityriasis rosea, discoid eczema ,ringworm or psoriasis.

Pityriasis rosea is a common human skin disease which presents as numerous patches of pink or red oval rash. The rash may be accompanied by low-grade headache, fever, nausea and fatigue and sometimes by itching.

No treatment is usually required. In most patients, the condition lasts only a matter of weeks or months(upto six months)

If the rash persists then it will be best to get it evaluated from a dermatologist.Other possibilities have to be ruled out then.

I hope that helps.Take care and pls do keep me posted on how you are doing or if you have any additional queries.Kind regards.

Helpful - 0
Have an Answer?

You are reading content posted in the Dermatology Community

Top Dermatology Answerers
Learn About Top Answerers
Didn't find the answer you were looking for?
Ask a question
Popular Resources
Learn to identify and prevent bites from summer’s most common pests.
Doctors argue for legislation to curb this dangerous teen trend in the latest Missouri Medicine report.
10 ways to keep your skin healthy all winter long
How to get rid of lumpy fat on your arms, hips, thighs and bottom
Diet “do’s” and “don’ts” for healthy, radiant skin.
Images of rashes caused by common skin conditions