itchy red spot sz quarter that looks infected

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monica1975
monica1975 Member Posts: 1
edited January 2021 in Not Diagnosed But Worried

Would you be able to recommend a dermatologist to me for the above issue that is stated in the subject* area?


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  • MinusTwo
    MinusTwo Member Posts: 16,634
    edited January 2021

    Monica: Do you have a PCP of an OB/Gyn? That's where I'd start for a recommendation. All of the docs I really love were recommendations from other docs I trusted.

    In the mean time, where are you located? I'm not sure how many people here have dedicated dermatologists. What docs have you already seen?


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  • MelissaDallas
    MelissaDallas Member Posts: 7,268
    edited January 2021

    Even an urgent care would be fine. GPs (and PAs and NPs) deal with itchy spots and infected sores all the time. If you need more specialized care they refer you.

    In the meantime, I’d start with OTC antibiotic ointment if I thought I had a skin infection, or OTC cortupisone cream for itch


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  • flashlight
    flashlight Member Posts: 698
    edited January 2021

    Make sure the spot isn't growing in size, hot to touch and/or swollen. If it is you need to see your PCP or MO.

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