Alternative cures for rash on elbow

It is important not to scratch the area if there is an itch associated with the rash, as the scratching could lead to further infection and may take longer to heal. Applying calamine lotion to the part will soothe the area and reduce the urge to scratch. aloe vera gel is an excellent way to treat a rash. For stubborn rashes apply the fresh gel from a leaf of a young plant. Reapply the gel once every six hours for about 3-4 days for best results. You may also apply vitamin E oil, olive oil or primrose oil on the affected area. Exposure to the sun and the surroundings may increase the infection, so try to keep your elbow away from sunlight or cover it when you are travelling. If you need to cleanse the area, do not do it more than twice a day, as soap and water must be used sparingly. To cleanse the area, use a mild soap and swab with a clean cotton ball which must be discarded after use.

Including citrus fruits containing vitamin C in your diet will serve as a preventive measure. Over the counter vitamin C supplements are also effective. There are several home remedies for treating a rash. It is advisable to avoid using hard soaps. Use a cleanser and mildly wash the affected area, taking care not to scrub it. Also avoid using cosmetic lotions or any ointment directly on the affected area. It is always better to use warm or lukewarm water and not hot water to cleanse the area. After washing, pat dry with a soft towel or tissue paper. Avoid rubbing the area while drying it. Take care not to put any pressure on the area by resting on your elbow. You should not expose the area to direct sunlight, but exposing it to air is good. Allergic reactions may occur as a result of a particular food which can aggravate the itching, therefore you need to be careful about what you consume. You can also wash the area with chamomile tea or apply corn starch liberally over the rash. Baking soda may also be applied. Applying baby oil on the affected area at night before going to bed will produce a soothing effect. To soothe the itching and lubricate the skin, apply ice on the rash twice daily. It is important to keep your skin well oiled by using moisturizing lotion during the day and mustard or coconut oil at night. Reduce the risk of spreading the infection to other parts of the body by washing your hands regularly.

answered by M W

A skin rash could be a lot of things. You haven't said what your rash has been diagnosed as or what your prescribed medicine is, so it's difficult to tell what will work on it. If your elbow itches, try some standard home remedies for itches

• Before you sleep, apply olive oil or primrose oil to your elbow.
• Aloe is also usually helpful for rashes and itches. Apply an aloe vera gel several times a day, if possible using fresh gel taken directly from a plant. When bathing or washing your elbow, use a mild soap, and reapply the gel immediately after.
• Avoid using cosmetics or other lotions on your elbow, and avoid scratching the rash at all costs. This can worsen or even spread the infection, and also lengthen the healing process.
• Vitamin E and vitamin C should also help. Try vitamin C supplements, or better still, eat fruits containing vitamin C.
• You can also directly apply vitamin C to the rash by crushing tablets and mixing the powder with water. For vitamin E, over the counter oils are available.

If none of these treatments work, you should go back to your doctor and ask for a new prescription.

answered by G M

Natural cure for rash on elbow

Firstly if there is an itch associated with the rash, do not attempt to scratch. The scraping caused by scratching will lead to further infection and a longer time to heal. Apply calamine lotion to the part and this will relive you of the urge to scratch. Most rashes are soothed and relieved with a generous application of aloe vera gel. The fresh gel taken from a leaf of a young plant is most effective on stubborn rashes. Fresh application should be made once every 6 hours on the affected area for 3 -4 days for maximum benefit. At night apply vitamin E oil, olive oil or primrose oil on to the affected area.

Try to keep away from direct sunlight or cover your elbow when travelling. Sunlight and exposure to the surroundings may elevate the infection. Water and soap should be used as sparingly as possible. And if you must cleanse the area, do not attempt to do it more than twice a day. While cleansing the infected part, use a mild soap or a gentle cleansing agent and swab the elbow with a clean piece of cloth or a cotton ball which should be discarded after use. Deodorant soaps are a no-no.

As a preventive measure consume citrus fruits containing Vitamin C or an over the counter Vitamin C supplement.

answered by C B

Home remedy for rash

1. Avoid using hard soaps. Apply a cleanser and mildly wash the area but do not scrub it.
2. Do not use cosmetic lotions or any other ointment directly on the affected area.
3. Always use warm or lukewarm water to clean the area and not hot water. Pat dry the rash affected area with soft towel, cotton balls or you can use soft tissue paper. Never rub or scratch the rash.
4. Do not rest on your elbow or put pressure on it.
5. Expose the area to air but not or direct sunlight.
6. Be careful in what you eat. An allergic reaction to some particular food may aggravate itching or spread the rash.
7. You can wash the rash with chamomile tea or apply baking soda to it.
8. Apply corn starch liberally over the rash.
9. For soothing effect you can cover the area with baby oil before going to bed at night.
10. Applying ice on the rash twice daily soothes itching and lubricates the rash.
11. Keep your skin well oiled by using moisturizing lotion in the daytime and mustard or coconut oil at night.
12. Wash your hands regularly to decrease the risk of spreading infection on other parts of the body.
13. Stress is one of the various reasons for spreading rashes. Yoga and meditation will help prevent their aggravation.

answered by D D