For the past month, I've noticed a strange rash on my legs that itches a lot and sometimes becomes red and swollen. I haven't changed any skincare products or detergents recently. I did a blood test and the results showed elevated eosinophil levels. Could this be an allergic reaction?
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Basophils:1%
Eosinophils:8%
Lymphocytes:30%
Neutrophils:55%
Sarah, a 30-year-old female, has been experiencing a strange, itchy rash on her legs for the past month. The rash sometimes becomes red and swollen. She hasn't changed any skincare products or detergents recently. A blood test showed elevated eosinophil levels (8%).
Allergic Contact Dermatitis (70%) - This condition occurs when the skin comes into contact with an allergen, causing an itchy, red rash. Elevated eosinophil levels support this diagnosis.
Eczema (30%) - This is a chronic skin condition that causes itchy, inflamed skin. It can be triggered by various factors, including stress and environmental changes.
The most likely diagnosis for your symptoms is Allergic Contact Dermatitis. This condition happens when your skin reacts to an allergen, leading to an itchy, red rash. The elevated eosinophil levels in your blood test support this diagnosis, as eosinophils are often elevated in allergic reactions. Another possible diagnosis is Eczema, a chronic skin condition that causes itchy and inflamed skin. Eczema can be triggered by stress, environmental changes, or other factors, but it is less likely in your case since you haven't changed any skincare products or detergents recently. To confirm the diagnosis, you should see a dermatologist who may perform a patch test to identify the specific allergen causing the reaction. In the meantime, try to avoid scratching the rash to prevent infection and consider using over-the-counter antihistamines to reduce itching. If the rash worsens or you experience other symptoms, seek medical attention promptly.
Your blood test showed elevated eosinophil levels at 8%. Eosinophils are a type of white blood cell that often increases in response to allergic reactions. This supports the diagnosis of an allergic condition.
This situation is not an emergency, but you should see a dermatologist soon to confirm the diagnosis and start appropriate treatment.
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